Medical Laboratory Tech (MLT)

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician tests all types of laboratory specimens for all age groups from neonates to geriatric patients; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489.
The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003
0-2 years as a medical laboratory technician.

Nice To Haves

Certified (registered) or registry-eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency, e.g. ASCP, HHS, AMT.
Registry eligible should obtain certification within 1 year from date of hire.
Once certified, no annual renewals are required.

Responsibilities

Processes and tests specimens for clinical studies
Reviews test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation of that data
Reports lab results accurately and responsively, to include use of laboratory information system
Processes blood and other body fluids.
Performs operation and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and equipment to include advanced troubleshooting.
Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensures specimen integrity
Performs basic clerical functions
Assists in creating procedures
Assists in teaching employees or students
Relays, orders, takes inventory and stocks supplies
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities