Medical Lab Technician - per diem

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs waived, moderate, and highly complex laboratory tests. Assumes responsibility for patient testing, problem-solving and quality control. Trains and orientates new staff and students. Performs special assignments as delegated.

Requirements

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology.
Successful completion of an accredited MLT program.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
ASCP eligible

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests according to established protocols and procedures.
Operates and performs maintenance on laboratory instrumentation per established policies and procedures.
Performs quality control testing and documents corrective action per established policy.
Troubleshoots instrumentation with the aid of consulting technical services with proper documentation.
Follows established policies regarding accurate documentation of laboratory results in the laboratory information system, instrument records, and other quality assurance data.
Follows established policies regarding proper reporting and documentation of critical values.
Teaches/trains new employees.
Monitors inventory of supplies and orders supplies as necessary. Keeps adequate inventory. Monitors inventory so there is no wastage due to expiration of products.
Response to assist send out bench by assisting in appropriate test selection, researching referral laboratory specimen requirements for collection, handling, storing and shipping laboratory specimens. Able to accession specimens as necessary.
Implements computer downtime procedures when necessary.
Perform and documents a minimum of 5 CEU’s annually.
Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibilities.
Organizes and prioritizes daily workload in order to complete assigned tasks in a timely fashion Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.
Coordinates and cooperates with co-workers to promote a productive working environment.
Demonstrates effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking pertinent questions. Performs AIDET.
Other related duties as assigned.