Medical Lab Technician; Monday - Friday 12:00p - 8:30p

Baptist Health•Jasper, AL

About The Position

Performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist. The position performs routine testing, verifies results and quality-control data, and completes quality-control, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures. It also supports specimen handling, laboratory operations, communication, and quality improvement while following applicable policies and regulatory requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of medical laboratory technician or an associate degree in a related field.
No experience required.
No licensure or certification required.

Responsibilities

Performs and reports routine laboratory testing according to established policies and procedures and within established timeframes.
Verifies laboratory results and quality-control data for accuracy and reliability.
Performs, evaluates, and documents quality-control, preventive-maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
Uses computer systems for ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.
Reports unusual findings to the immediate supervisor and communicates work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.
May perform supply or reagent ordering and preparation, operate minor instrumentation, work on projects, or teach and train under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Team Leader.
Performs specimen collection, receiving, and processing as required.
Answers telephone calls and greets department guests.
Maintains job knowledge to instruct students or other personnel effectively.
Participates in the laboratory quality-improvement program, including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators.
Follows policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting-agency requirements.
Practices infection control and safety procedures and maintains a clean, organized work area.
Maintains confidentiality of patient records and hospital and departmental matters.
Maintains reasonably regular and punctual attendance and complies with Baptist Health policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as directed under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Team Leader.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement savings plan with matching.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Paid time off (up to five weeks to start).
Life insurance.
Extended Leave Plan (ELP).
Family Care for childcare, elder care, and pet care.
Educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and monthly payments to help pay down graduated school debt.
Benefits start on day one.
Competitive pay.