Medical Laboratory Technician
About The Position
Under the technical supervision of a pathologist and Technical Supervisor, and the administrative supervision of the Administrative Laboratory Director, the Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine and specialized studies on blood, urine, and body-fluid samples as ordered by physicians. The work produces data used in diagnosing and treating disease and follows established standards and practices. The position requires independent judgment, professional education, and certification. The technician may be assigned to a specific laboratory department or rotate through at least two and up to all departments. The role requires varied shifts between 0600 and 0700, with weekends and holidays required. The position is located at Saint Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, Massachusetts. Driving is not required, and there is no supervisory responsibility.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or high school graduation or equivalent plus successful completion of an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks and service in the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to recognize when assistance or consultation is needed.
- Ability to comply with established laboratory standards, practices, procedures, and policies.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to perform required specimen handling, quality-control, equipment, and laboratory procedures.
- Varied shifts between 0600 and 0700; weekends and holidays are required.
Nice To Haves
- ASCP certification or certification from another acceptable certification agency.
- One to three years of experience preferred.
- Successful rotation through all clinical laboratory departments or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized studies on blood, urine, and body-fluid samples as requisitioned by physicians.
- Perform analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision, and seek assistance or consultation when appropriate.
- Follow established standards, practices, protocols, and laboratory policies and procedures.
- Complete assigned tasks on time and in conformance with established policies and standards.
- Follow quality-control protocols to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents, and procedures.
- Recognize instrument malfunctions and out-of-control test results and take corrective action.
- Ensure specimens are properly labeled, collected, received, stored for future reference, and discarded appropriately.
- Complete proficiency and competency checks and read and sign new or revised policies and procedures in a timely manner.
- Assemble supplies and equipment and ensure equipment and the work area are clean and functioning properly.
- Demonstrate respect for the dignity of patients, families, visitors, and coworkers, and respect cultural diversity.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external customers across differences in cultures, values, beliefs, and ages, using interpreters when needed.
- Assist with orientation and participate in mentoring.
- Understand relevant hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and safety issues, and be aware of hospital programs and services and their locations.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
