Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Seneca, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Conducts routine and stat laboratory tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and performs related duties, following established standards and practices under limited supervision. Team members are expected to understand and comply with Prisma Health’s purpose: “Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.” The role performs laboratory analyses, evaluates and reports results, collects and processes specimens, supports training, maintains supplies and documentation, and follows quality-control and safety procedures. The position is non-management and reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent Medical Laboratory Technology Program degree meeting ASCP or AMT requirements.
Knowledge of office equipment.
Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and data entry.

Nice To Haves

In lieu of the stated education and experience, a bachelor’s degree combined with a certificate or diploma in Medical Laboratory Science may be considered.
In lieu of the stated education and experience, completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course, documented per DD214, may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and stat laboratory analyses using appropriate procedures, instruments, equipment, established protocols, and quality-control practices.
Evaluate patient and quality-control results for validity, research delta flags, accurately record and report results, and recognize abnormal or unusual findings.
Collect and process specimens using correct techniques and protocols; verify patient and specimen identification, aliquot and label specimens properly, and use alternate patient identification procedures when needed.
Instruct new employees, students, and residents at the bench; document proficiency using individual checklists and promptly notify section leadership of training problems.
Restock supplies, maintain a clean and orderly work area, document receipt and opening of supplies, monitor expiration dates, and follow established protocols.
Review pending logs, OSR, worksheets, and other records for accuracy and completeness; take appropriate action, retain specimens for designated periods, complete CMR promptly, and leave documentation for the appropriate manager.
Respond appropriately to safety violations and drills; immediately report and document exposure to hazardous or infectious situations; follow biosafety levels, universal precautions, and patient precautions; and maintain patient safety during collection and procedures.
Organize and prioritize tasks, use time efficiently, report results promptly, and take meal and break periods according to workload and schedule.
Report critical values according to laboratory policy, document verbal reports, and document read-back of verbal reports.
Document continuing education attendance and presentations.
Complete objectives from previous evaluations and required six-month and annual competencies within the required time frame, with documentation in the personnel file.
Perform other duties as assigned.