The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is a qualified professional with in-depth knowledge of biology, chemistry, microbiology, blood bank and various medical equipment. The MLT collects and organizes samples for examination. Performs a variety of clinical diagnostic testing not limited to blood, stool, urine, and body fluids and works with medical professionals to ensure results are correct.
Job Duties:
- Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analysis.
- Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
- Calibrates, maintains and operates instruments keeping appropriate documentation; reports equipment malfunction to lab manager.
- Correlates results of pertinent laboratory determinations.
- Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships and technical skills.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment including the disposal of biohazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy.
- Follows regulatory, accreditation and institutional standards, policies and procedures.
- Instructs patient (and/or care provider) with correct specimen collection procedures.
- May be required to float to other locations throughout the organization.
- Participates in quality assurance/quality improvement activities.
- Recognizes abnormal results, alert values, and sources of error and interfering substances, and initiates corrective action when indicated; verifies accuracy and transcription of final report.
- Wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.
- Participates in monitoring lab inventory bi-weekly, ensures all consumables used are replaced at the end of each shift.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent people skills.
- Strong attention to detail, vigilance and meticulous care on the job.
- Basic Computer skills.
- Ability to work well in a team or independently.
- Advanced knowledge of biology and chemistry.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science degree preferred, Associates degree or graduate of MLT program required
- Experience: One (1) year working in a clinical laboratory setting preferred
- Licensure and Certifications: MLT or CLS from ASCP or equivalent required, Basic Life Support (BLS) within the first 30 days of hire.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
