Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) — Core Laboratory — Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) is responsible for performing routine tests on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The MLT must have a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity. This role also performs routine and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies, and procedures. It may also involve phlebotomy and accessioning duties, and assisting the Laboratory Supervisor in technical and administrative functions. The work environment is fast-paced and can be interruptive and stressful, with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and other hazardous substances. The position may require on-call duties, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology OR Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have completed a Medical Lab Technician Program OR Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years.
MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required).
B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training. In lieu of a Bachelors degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP, NCA, or AMT in order to be certified by ASCP, NCA, or AMT.
ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.
Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints.
Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.
Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc.
Ability to read and comprehend.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification preferred
Two years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs analytical tests on biological specimens, in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures.
Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.
Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols.
Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released.
Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
Performs routine, and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies and procedures.
Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed.
Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.
Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other healthcare professionals.