Premier Physicians is currently seeking a Full time Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician.
Job description
JOB TITLE: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST/MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN
REPORTS TO: Laboratory Manager
SUPERVISORY SKILLS: None
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for efficient and accurate performance of laboratory testing/reporting and assisting Laboratory Manager in day-to-day laboratory operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:
- Performs technical laboratory testing including, but not limited to: chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation.
- Receives lab samples, enters orders, reconciles discrepancies and processes specimens for testing.
- Reports test results following clinical protocols and procedures. Attention is paid to stat orders, “critical values” and special alerts requested by physicians.
- Ensures quality control in patient collection, handling, and results reporting.
- Accurately performs Proficiency Testing (PT).
- Maintains equipment and supplies per policy and procedures.
- Complies with all policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness, PPE and infection control.
- Assists the Laboratory Manager as directed.
- Phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Demonstrates current competencies related to position.
- Always maintains client confidentiality.
REQUIREMENTS
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: ASCP or AMT certificationpreferred.
EDUCATION: BS/BA or Associate’s degree, successful completion of MT, MLT course of study.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of laboratory experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications, and tests.
- How to use/maintain laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of safety, infection control policies, PPE use and regulations.
- Knowledge of HIPPA regulations
SKILLS:
- Follows appropriate testing procedures.
- Proper equipment uses, preventive maintenance and repair.
- Use of appropriate quality control procedures.
ABILITIES:
- Exercises independent judgment/decision-making, discretion in reporting/distributing results.
- Maintains cooperative relationships with clients and staff.
- Works and communicates with all departments and personnel in a clear, concise and professional manner.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to walk, stand, sit, bend and reach.
- Must be able to lift/carry 25 lbs.
- Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Must be able to deal with occasional stress from workload.
ENVIRONMETAL/WORK CONDITIONS:
- Laboratory work setting.
- May be exposed to communicable disease, sharps, toxic substances, body fluids, fumes, hazardous materials, noise.
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/SPECIAL CLOTHING:
- Medical/Laboratory equipment
- Office equipment
Confidentiality- In order to perform certain job functions, some employees will have access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees are to access only the information necessary to fulfill specific job requirements. All information gained is to be used in accordance with HIPPA regulations. See the Premier Physicians Centers HIPPA manual for more specific policies and procedures.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
Premier Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer'
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- AMT (Preferred)
- ASCP Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
