Full Time -Medical Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am rotating weekends and holidays
Pay Range: $28.00-$32.00 Hourly Based on experience

Essential Position Duties

• Performs testing in the areas of Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation.

• Checks the quality control of each test prior to running and reporting patient results.
• Calls worklists on the computer, does editing of results and data enters test results.
• Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and bring any “rare and improbable” test results to the attention of a supervisor.
• Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed.
• Reviews daily specimen management reports.
• Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in training new employees.
• Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed.
• Performs maintenance on the automated Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis instrumentation as needed.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies. Records lot numbers and compliance with state requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records.
• Records the quality control and maintains the QC records on all assays performed.
• Data enters results into the computer.
• Ensures that QC is within appropriate limits and brings problems to supervisor.
• Reviews worklists and work from automated analyzers to ensure accuracy and timely reporting of patient results.
• Performs differentials and urine sediments as needed.
• Performs other tasks and procedures that are commensurate with education, training and abilities.
• Responsible for all clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification and reporting of department testing.

Essential Position Duties (Continued)

• Follows all safety protocols as outlined in safety manual.
• Identifies and pursues self improvement needs

• Seeks coaching/mentoring when appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Compliance Responsibilities

• Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, and procedures including, but not limited to, those within the Compliance Process, Code of Conduct, and Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA).
• Participates in required orientation, Compliance and HIPAA training programs.
• Reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance using the 4-Step Reporting Process
• Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
• Participates, as requested, in process improvement responsibilities.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Core Competencies/Skill Sets

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and organizational skills.
• Exercises accuracy and precision in completion of prescribed tasks and treatments.

Professional Experience/Educational Requirements

• Candidate must have either a Bachelor’s Degree and MT (ASCP), or an Associated Degree with MLT certification or equivalent degree in health science.
• One year experience in chemistry/hematology preferred but not required.
• Must have a concept with all phases of the operation of the automated instruments utilized for routine analysis.
• Good planning and organizational skills desirable.
• Candidates must have sound computer skills.

• Certification/Licensure

• Must qualify under CLIA as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician

Benefits:

TridentCare offers a competitive wage and robust benefit package to full time employees . Part time employees are eligible for many of the same below, pro-rated. Benefits include:

• Two weeks of vacation time
• Health Insurance after 30 days!
• Sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• Medical insurance allowance, giving you the freedom to customize your plan to fit your needs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401(k)

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