Dayshift MLT, PRN position, rotating every third weekend

Southeast Alabama Medical Center•Dothan, AL

48d

About The Position

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting, according to laboratory protocol and procedures.

Requirements

Associates degree in a relevant science preferred.
MLT (ASCP) or equivalent registration or has completed a technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare laboratory regulations.

Nice To Haves

Four months' clinical laboratory internship preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.
Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. When handling blood or body fluids, universal precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.
Performs phlebotomy (i.e., venipunctures, fingersticks, heelsticks, bleeding times) as appropriate for the patient (from age 0 to 100 + years) requiring this procedure.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific jobârelated hazards.
Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intradepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Maintains work area-cleans bench, restocks supplies, and notifies supervisor of low stock.
Assists with the orientation of laboratory procedures for students and/or new laboratory employees.