Technician, Laboratory-MLT
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs clinical laboratory procedures and examinations pursuant to established and approved protocols which require independent judgment and interpretation. Duties and Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to: Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care Assist with processing of specimens when needed Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures (QA/QC) Recognize any and all instrumentation issues, and take appropriate action to remedy the problem Ensure that adequate inventories of laboratory supplies are maintained Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary May provide instruction to subordinate personnel in the proper techniques and procedures Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, other related field, or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
- Minimum 3 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is preferred
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems a plus
- High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred
- Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems a plus
Responsibilities
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
- Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls
- Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed
- Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures (QA/QC)
- Recognize any and all instrumentation issues, and take appropriate action to remedy the problem
- Ensure that adequate inventories of laboratory supplies are maintained
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
- May provide instruction to subordinate personnel in the proper techniques and procedures
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401K with automatic employer contribution.
- PTO and Paid Holidays.
- Company paid Life Insurance.
- Access to voluntary short and long-term disability insurance.
- Access to additional life insurance.
- Access to a variety of Wellness programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
