Medical Laboratory Technician I

TIDEWATER PHYSICIANS MULTISPECIALTY GROUP P C•Newport News, VA

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician I is responsible for performance of routine laboratory tests used in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This role involves serving as a patient advocate and providing clinical and technical support. Duties may include phlebotomy and collection of lab specimens for testing, processing patient specimens accurately, ensuring correct patient billing data for out-sourced labs, and performing patient tests with precision and accuracy. The technician is responsible for ensuring outgoing results are accurate and timely, performing quality control checks, and conducting maintenance and calibrations as required. They must maintain all required documentation for COLA/CLIA/OSHA and TPMG, and communicate with clients regarding specimen collection, handling, transport, and result return. Participation in laboratory-related continuing education, proficiency, and competency assessments is expected. The role also requires functioning in a multi-disciplinary environment, maintaining confidentiality, and performing other duties as requested by the Manager.

Requirements

Knowledge of laboratory collection and testing techniques for routine laboratory tests
Knowledge of laboratory ordering and specimen processing to ensure accurate test results
Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, maintain and sterilize
Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with laboratory and medical staff
Knowledge of OSHA and safety processes
Skill in reviewing requisitions for completeness and appropriate routing
Skill in reviewing specimens for appropriate labeling
Skill in routing specimens to reference laboratories when appropriate
Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation
Skill in preparing accurate reports concerning the results of laboratory tests
Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics
Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer
Ability to follow quality control procedures and guidelines to include documentation and evaluation of results
Ability to perform waived to high complexity testing according to established procedures and processes
Ability and willingness to maintain, troubleshoot and operate office and laboratory equipment as outlined in policies and procedures to include arranging for repair as necessary
Ability to document reagent and other checks according to policies and procedures
Ability to determine correct routing of specimens for tests ordered and insurance requirements
Ability to manage supply inventory appropriately and communicate shortages as required
Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols
Ability to work independently
High school diploma and college degree in Laboratory Science, or equivalent
Must have national accreditation with ASCP, or equivalent, or be eligible
Accreditation must be obtained within 6 months of hire date
One year experience in a medical laboratory environment (or) Certificate of completion from an accredited laboratory training program (or) Transferable skills (e.g., 1 year or more in an armed forces medical laboratory setting)
Required to demonstrate competencies of the position within 2 weeks of hire

Nice To Haves

Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
Excellent Time Management/Organized
Open Communication/Positive
Goal Driven
Excellent Customer Service
Juggles Multiple Priorities
Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Responsibilities

Serving as patient advocate and provider clinical and technical support
Phlebotomy and collection of lab specimens for the purpose of testing
Processing patient specimens appropriately to ensure accurate test results
Ensuring out-sourced labs receive correct patient billing data
Performing patient tests with attention to precision, accuracy and validity
Ensuring outgoing results are accurate and reach providers in a timely manner
Performing quality control checks as outlined in policies and procedures
Performing maintenance and calibrations as required by manufacturer and CLIA requirements
Maintaining all required documentation to fulfill COLA/CLIA/OSHA and TPMG requirements
Communicating with clients (physician office staff and providers) to ensure appropriate specimen collection, handling, transport and result return
Participating in and providing evidence of laboratory related continuing education
Successfully participating in proficiency and competency assessments
Functioning in a multi-disciplinary environment, which requires the application of excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Maintaining confidentiality of written or verbal medical information
All other duties as requested by the Manager