GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direct departmental supervision and established policies, procedures and regulations, performs/assists various technical procedures or drug preparation, maintenance or exams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs, assists and accountable for various clinical laboratory test procedures.
Ensures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation.
Exercises professional judgment in the performance of laboratory procedures.
Provides patient care essential to laboratory procedures.
Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and reports to provider.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the Board of Registry of American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Certification Agency (NCA) required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry, mathematics, hematology and serology at a level normally acquired through completion of an approved (National Commission for health Certifying Agencies) two year program which includes successful completion of a 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.
Approximately three to six months job experience necessary in order to become familiar with a variety of laboratory testing procedures are used in resolving 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.
CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire for identified individuals in job role.
Must provide record of a completed diploma (or equivalent) or academic transcript for those areas performing complexity testing.
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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