MT/MLT/MLS (Per Diem) - Orwigsburg, PA

St. Luke's University Health Network•Orwigsburg, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Medical Technologist performs waived, moderate and highly complex laboratory tests. Assumes responsibility for teaching/training of students and/or new employees, problem-solving and quality control. Performs special assignments as delegated.

Requirements

MLS/MT/MLT (ASCP) or equivalent
Successful completion of an accredited MLS/MT/MLT program or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests according to established protocols as designated by supervisor/manager.
Operates laboratory instrumentation as necessary to perform laboratory tests.
Trouble shoots instrumentation with the aid of consulting technical services.
Performs routine tests in other network laboratories as assigned.
Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.
Assumes responsibility for problem solving, teaching students and/or new employees, quality control and instrument maintenance.
Monitors inventory of supplies and reports low volume to the appropriate person.
Accurately transcribes test results or enters results into laboratory information system.
Follows established policies regarding proper documentation of critical values, reagent lot numbers and other quality assurance data.
Attends continuing education or training sessions inside and/or outside the hospital campus to meet minimum standards of accrediting agencies.
Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibility.