Medical Laboratory Technician, Lexington Medical Center

American Addiction Centers•Lexington, NC

12d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of patient laboratory test results. The Medical Laboratory Technician will perform procedures efficiently and as indicated in the procedure manual with minimal supervision and within the required turn-around-time without compromising quality. They will respond to STATs immediately and follow workflow processes according to documented procedures. Documentation and communications are reviewed in a timely manner and are appropriately referenced and applied. The role also involves ensuring the quality of test results by following defined Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures, evaluating QC results prior to reporting patient results, and reviewing test results for accuracy. The technician will promptly report results in the LIS, demonstrate the ability to perform and accurately document all procedures related to critical values, technical limit failures, and QA activities, and recognize and troubleshoot test or reporting system problems. They will perform appropriate patient procedures in accordance with age-specific guidelines for the age groups served. Safety and compliance are paramount, including accurate patient identification, proper sample labeling, and adherence to policies and procedures to prevent the spread of disease. The role requires maintaining appropriate education to accomplish work objectives and current certifications, with a minimum of 4 hours of continuing education per year required. The technician will also ensure productive and efficient operations of the section and department, coordinating activities and communicating effectively with others to accomplish work objectives through positive and professional interactions. Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks and adjust schedules to meet changes in workload or at the direction of the manager.

Requirements

MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
Associate degree preferred.
Previous experience as a Medical Lab Technician preferred.
Successful completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technician program preferred.
Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
Technical ability and interest.

Nice To Haves

Computer and keyboard skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures accuracy and timeliness of patient laboratory test results.
Performs procedures efficiently and as indicated in the procedure manual with minimal supervision and within the required turn-around-time without compromising quality.
Responds to STATs immediately.
Follows workflow processes according to documented procedures.
Documents and communications are reviewed in a timely manner and are appropriately referenced and applied.
Ensures quality of test results by following defined Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.
Follows QC procedures and evaluates QC results prior to reporting patient results.
Test results are reviewed for accuracy and are promptly reported in the LIS.
Demonstrates the ability to perform and accurately document all procedures related to critical values, technical limit failures and QA activities.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize a test or reporting system problem, troubleshoot and resolve if possible, seeking advice and escalating as needed.
Performs appropriate patient procedures in accordance with age-specific guidelines for the age groups served.
Ensures safety and compliance: Patients are accurately identified using two appropriate patient identifiers prior to sample collection.
Patient samples are accurately labeled and identified throughout the testing process from sample collection through testing and storage.
Misidentified samples are identified and responded to appropriately, notifying all appropriate staff.
Results are reported for the correct specimen.
Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne diseases.
Uses engineering controls, work practice controls and appropriate personal protective equipment as indicated in the section task list.
Maintains appropriate education to accomplish work objectives and maintain current certifications as applicable.
Demonstrates responsibility for professional growth by seeking out learning opportunities available within the department, organization, and community to increase knowledge and education.
Ensure productive and efficient operations of the section and department.
Coordinates activities and effectively communicates with others within and outside of lab section to accomplish work objectives through positive and professional interactions contributing to collegiality, teamwork and overall section productivity.
Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and performs work without allowing personal situation/perspectives to compromise lab operations.
Adjusts schedule to meet changes in workload or at the direction of the manager.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program