MLT (Float)

Tennessee Oncology•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege. We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Requirements

Current State of Tennessee Medical Laboratory Technician\Technologist License required
Excellent phlebotomy skills
Associate Degree in Applied Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology required.

Nice To Haves

Hematology experience with a minimum (1) years of laboratory experience preferred
Outpatient facility experience

Responsibilities

Collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing.
Follows proper guidelines for safe handling of blood, body fluids and hazardous chemicals.
Properly recording lab testing, quality control and assurance.
Assisting physicians with procedures and exams as requested.
Maintaining appropriate inventory levels of reagents and supplies.
Maintain laboratory procedures, equipment and processes to aide diagnosis and treat diseases.
Ensures all lab reports are reviewed and appropriate values are noted.
Performs laboratory testing and operates automated equipment within the limits described in the procedure manual.
Maintains proper records of laboratory testing and results as described in the policy and procedures manual.
Adheres to CLIA compliance requirements.
Performs quality control procedure to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
Interacts with medical staff and assists physicians with procedures and exams as requested.
Maintains sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies for daily operations.
Understanding of LIS; including ordering test, rejecting test, reviewing and approving results.