Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician

Patient First•Gainesville, VA

19d•$32 - $37

About The Position

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician provides timely, reliable laboratory testing and supports patient treatment and care. The position follows laboratory procedures for specimen collection and handling, testing, reporting, recordkeeping, quality control, instrument calibration, and maintenance. It also supports physicians, extenders, and nurses with patient care, helps maintain the laboratory and treatment areas, and uses the medical record system and medical and office equipment. The role requires completing assigned duties within the shift, attending required training and meetings, and working at other centers when staffing or operational needs require.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent, and meet at least one of the following: 60 semester hours of college including related chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory techniques courses; an associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology; one year of documented technician training in a formal training program appropriate for the testing performed; or completion of a 50-week military Medical Laboratory Procedures course and service in the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist, with written documentation of training.
Thorough knowledge of medical technology principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform a broad range of testing.
Knowledge of mathematical and statistical methods sufficient to calculate and convert analytical data to test results.
Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during high-volume periods of 100 or more patients per day.
Knowledge and skill to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
Knowledge of related disciplines to integrate and correlate test results with other laboratory data and clinical information.
Understanding of laboratory science and its application to correlating laboratory results with patient symptoms and diagnoses.
Proficiency in venipuncture, fingerstick collections, and drug screen collections.
Annual CPR certification.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, possibly 4–7 hours at a time.
Ability to lift moderately heavy to heavy items weighing 20–50 pounds.
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative in changing workloads and situations.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in clinical laboratory testing preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality and rapid laboratory results using appropriate analyses, procedures, equipment, and safety practices.
Follow procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing; test analysis and reporting; and maintenance of test-result records.
Follow quality control policies and document quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies in the medical record system under written or direct verbal physician orders.
Assist physicians, extenders, and nurses with patient treatment and care, including locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing patients for examinations and treatment.
Respond respectfully and promptly to requests from physicians, extenders, and nurses.
Apply established corrective-action procedures when test systems do not meet acceptable performance levels and document the actions taken.
Identify and troubleshoot issues that may affect test performance or result reporting, correcting problems or notifying the Lab Supervisor, Lab Consultant, or Director of Laboratory Services.
Understand and perform duties on checklists associated with the position.
Use correct medical terminology and stay informed of new policies and procedures; implement policies and procedures as directed.
Sterilize and set up instruments, stock the laboratory and treatment area, handle laundry, and maintain cleanliness of the treatment area and other center areas as needed.
Attend mandatory training and continuing education, including CPR and code-drill classes, and attend staff meetings as directed.
Work at any center as needed due to staffing, emergencies, or reductions in work; assist when needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Use the medical record system to process patients, order and report laboratory tests, manage medical records, and address hardware or software problems.
Work with fellow employees and externs during on-the-job training.
Complete all checklist duties within the assigned shift, understanding that the time required for duties may vary.
Operate, maintain, and use medical and office equipment as trained; participate in maintenance assignments when necessary and directed.
Complete other duties as directed.