GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direct departmental supervision, responsible for following established policies, procedures and regulations. Under the supervision of a Certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist performs and/or assists with various clinical laboratory test procedures and insures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation. Reports to department leadership.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs, assists and accountable for various clinical laboratory test procedures.
Ensures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Eligible to sit for the certification exam given by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) as a Medical Laboratory Technician required. Must receive certification within 6 months of date of employment.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program that typically results in the acquisition of an Associates degree.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry, mathematics, hematology and serology at a level normally acquired through completion of an accredited program (National Commission for health Certifying Agencies) with supervised clinical internship.
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with physicians, nursing personnel and other clinicians while exchanging information to routine inquiries and reporting laboratory results.
Familiar with a variety of laboratory testing procedures to resolve technical problems.
Analytical skills necessary in order to interpret routine tests and recognize abnormal test results.
Standard guides and procedures are used in resolving technical problems.
Ability to travel.
CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire for identified individuals in job role.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Laboratory Services area work environment with frequent exposure to physical discomforts due to unpleasant odors from specimens and chemicals. Frequent exposure to infectious agents when handling specimens or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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