MLT-CLINIC

Covenant Health • Knoxville, TN

93d

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs waived or non-waived, routine and specialized clinical Lab tests for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients by physicians. The individual will perform only those tests that s/he has been trained and found competent in performing. 10 or 12 hour shifts as needed.

Requirements

• Must possess basic computer skills and medical terminology.
• Must have knowledge of the Versyss, Lab Corp and Quest Information System.
• Prefer at least three (3) years experience in Waived and Non-waived testing.
• Current Tennessee State License as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Certification by ASCP or NCA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and waived or non-waived tests that the individual has been trained in, and as appropriate for testing department.
• Follows the Laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when the test process deviates from the Laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Performs proficiency-testing and maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency-testing samples are tested in same manner as patient samples.
• Adheres to Laboratory's quality control policies; documents all control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; either corrects the problem or notifies the Laboratory Medical Director if the problem cannot be resolved.
• Performs orientation, instruction and evaluation of new employees to the department.
• Prepares various reagents and supplies according to precise formulas as needed.
• Utilizes the Versyss, Lab Corp and Quest Information Systems in patient accessioning and resulting; monitors incomplete and collection lists.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots Laboratory equipment and instruments, as specified.
• Performs blood collection procedures according to stated procedure in manual.
• Plans work to insure maximum productivity with minimum amount of 'carry over' work, while keeping overtime to a minimum.
• Acts as resource person for phlebotomy if trained appropriately.
• Maintains and disinfects work area.
• Participates in in-services.
• Handles biohazard wastes according to policy.
• Assists in evaluation and validation of testing systems.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all patient, co-worker and business information at all times.
• Uses proper judgment in releasing information; analyzes situations and takes appropriate actions.
• Uses fundamentals of AIDET when interacting and communicating with patients.
• Adheres to Covenant Health policies on Integrity and Compliance issues.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees