Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician

Patient First•Easton, PA

About The Position

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician performs laboratory procedures involving specimen collection, handling, and processing; test analysis and reporting; and maintenance of test-result records. The role follows laboratory quality-control procedures and documents quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance. The employee identifies factors that may affect test performance or result reporting, corrects them when appropriate, or notifies the Lab Supervisor. Additional duties include managing laboratory stock, completing position checklists, following safety policies, providing friendly customer service, and supporting a positive, professional team environment.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Keyboarding experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
At least 60 semester hours from a regionally accredited college, including chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory techniques, or an associate degree in chemistry, biology, or a related science.
Completion of clinical rotations in microbiology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology; alternatively, completion of a 50-week military Medical Laboratory Procedures course and qualification for the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist.

Nice To Haves

One year of clerical experience preferred.
One year of clinical experience preferred.
Registration as a Medical Technologist (M.T.) or Medical Laboratory Technician (M.L.T.) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or another recognized certification agency for medical laboratory professionals is preferred. Registry-eligible technologists are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, test analysis and reporting, and maintenance of test-result records.
Follow laboratory quality-control policies.
Document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Identify factors that may affect test performance or reporting of results; make corrections or notify the Lab Supervisor.
Order, receive, and distribute laboratory stock as needed in the laboratory and treatment area.
Understand and perform all duties on checklists associated with the position.
Adhere to Patient First and OSHA safety policies.
Provide positive, warm, and friendly customer service in all interactions.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere.
Complete other duties as directed.