Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Medical Lab Technicians (MLT) assist physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to make appropriate determinations.

Requirements

ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.
B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training (required)
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.
MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required) for BSMH.
If registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
Associates, Medical Lab Technology
Completed at least 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 successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency
Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years
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.
Demonstrates excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Nice To Haves

2 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality – accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful.
Verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections.
Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate.
Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action.
Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems.
Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions.
Seeks help when necessary.
Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results.
Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests.
Documents all actions appropriately in computer.
Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately.
Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments – accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally.
Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate.
Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information.
Communicates with physicians, nurses and patients to assist them with their needs.
Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians and hospital staff.
Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures.
Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety.
Maintains a safe work environment.
Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job.
Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs.
Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals.
Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.
Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.
Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.
Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.
Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.
Assist with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.
Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.
Assists with inventory control.