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Medical Laboratory Technologist I
Jackson County, NC —Sylva, NC
- $47,611.36 - $57,349.02 a year
- Extended hours
- Pass drug screening
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Medical Laboratory Technologist I

Jackson County, NC -
Sylva, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$47,611.36 - $57,349.02 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance

Qualifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
Environmental regulations
Clinical staff performance evaluation
Cost management
Biology
Student supervision
Biological safety protocols
Bachelor's degree in biological science
Water sampling data analysis
Report preparation
Staff performance monitoring
Hydrochemical analysis
Staff supervision
Throat and nasal swab collection
Laboratory inventory control
Program management
Laboratory safety
Quality records maintenance
Pulmonary function testing
Clinical compliance checks
Medical Technology
Laboratory procurement
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Laboratory equipment performance testing and validation
Glucometers
Stock rotation management
Clinical program policy development
Team supervision
Microscope slide preparation
Finance

Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Medical Laboratory Technologist I will serve primarily to provide laboratory services for all clinics, outreach programs, and the environmental health services of the Jackson County Department of Public Health. All laboratory testing is performed according to policies, procedures, and regulations. Grade 24

Salary Range: $47,611.36 - $57,349.02 depending upon education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Follows Standard Precautions at all times when collecting specimens, testing, and/or processing specimens.
Administrative:

Serves as supervisor and technical consultant for all clinical and environmental laboratory services by providing medical, managerial, technical, budgetary, administrative, and professional ability
Direction and administration of the laboratory services required for the detection, treatment, and control of communicable disease
Direction of testing to determine the safety of drinking water for Public Water Supply and the private sector
Maintain all necessary documentation, certification, quality control, and quality assurance necessary for certification and operation of the laboratory
Responsible for safety of all lab staff
Monitors Bloodborne Pathogen Standards and Chemical Hygiene Plan for staff
Consultant to other health department personnel and the Community Wellness Program
Administers CLIA, COLA, OSHA, and State regulations in quality assurance and environmental services for testing performed
Performs cost analysis for all laboratory testing
Develops goals for laboratory by meeting with key people from clinical and environmental programs to assess, reassess, and develop protocols and testing procedures to meet program and community needs
Assigns work schedules for laboratory staff including scheduling of laboratory staff for off-site outreach programs
Assigns work schedule, monitors performance, and evaluates students during their laboratory rotation
Oversees laboratory inventory and orders laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment
Maintains most current federal and state regulations pertinent to the laboratory and incorporates these regulations into policies and procedures
Serves as laboratory liaison on the Epidemiology team and at other supervisor meetings
Performs competency assessment on all laboratory staff and students
Performs daily review of completed patient’s results entered into Patagonia (EHR)
Negotiates laboratory contracts for reference laboratory testing
Maintains and revises all laboratory policies, procedures, and manuals
Assures the maintenance (preventive and repairs) of the analyzers and equipment is performed when required.
Develops quality control measures to meet state and federal regulations
Implements proficiency testing for all clinical and environmental procedures
Maintains water certification for coliform testing of environmental public water supply
Provides supervision to MLT and Phlebotomy students
Attends continuing education necessary to keep laboratory personnel current with technology changes and incorporates learned technique into daily operations of the laboratory
Responsible for budgetary process for the laboratory to include: establishing contact with outside sales and technical representatives, developing working relationship with necessary vendors, analysis of cost/benefit effects and the impact of expansion and/or reduction in laboratory services, and participation in bidding process when purchasing new supplies and/or equipment, and evaluation of item(s) and obtain quotes for purchase, and making decision as to which supplies and equipment are needed
Attends State Laboratory workshops
Responsible for insuring accuracy and quality services performed by laboratory

Microbiology testing:

Inoculating of urine cultures
Performs sterility checks and Quality Control on each media shipment and records on microbiology log sheet
Performs wet mounts of vaginal secretions for indications of infections; i.e. WBC, yeast, trichomonas, bacteria, and “clue cells”
Performs direct smears: gram stains for detection of Neisseria gonorrhea and non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU), other bacteria, and yeast
Performs rapid methods: strep throat screens
Reconstitutes and inoculates media for use in required Quality Control testing procedures for cultures
Performs Oxidase testing for further identification and confirmation

Hematology testing:

Performs CBC (complete Blood Count) on Micros 60-DM Lite Analyzer. Reports out (9) parameters (RBC, HCT, MCV, HGB, WBC, MCH, MCHC, Platelet, and 3 Part Diff)
Performs HemoCue 201 testing (hemoglobin semi-automated analyzer) for WIC, Family Planning, Adult Health Clinics (if indicated), Maternal Health, and General Clinics

Chemistry testing:

Performs Glucose screens
Performs Glucose Tolerance Testing on HemoCue Glucose 201 Analyzer
Performs Glucose and Cholesterol testing on Cholestech LDX Analyzer
Performs Microalbumin testing on Clinitek Status Analyzer
Performs Hemoglobin A1C on DCA 2000 or Afinion

Urinalysis testing:

Performs dipstick (chemical) analysis on Clinitek Status Analyzer/Clintek 50 (back-up analyzer)
Performs Urine Pregnancy testing
Provides detailed instructions to patients for obtaining a clean catch mid-stream urine sample
Observes strict chain-of-custody proves for drug screen for Perinatal, Prenatal, and urine drug screen collection for area businesses, Department of Social Services, and Jackson County Employees

Miscellaneous Testing:

Performs qualitative method detection of HCG in serum pregnancy test
Performs Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate testing for detection of inflammation as with arthritis, lupus, etc.
Performs Hemoccult testing for detection of blood in stool samples
Performs examination and identification of louse
Performs Rapid Influenza A & B testing
Performs Mono testing
Collects specimen for Paternity/DNA analysis
Performs GeneXpert SARS COVID-19 testing (CEPHEID)
Collects Breath Alcohol Testing for contracted agencies

Water Analysis:

Performs water testing for coliform (total and fecal) bacteria
Processes water for Nitrate testing to be mailed or couriered to Environmental Inc in Sylva, North Carolina
Records and mails water results to clients
Calls and mails positive water sample results as indicated in the laboratory water manual
Performs Water Proficiency Testing as indicated
Instructs clients on proper collection of water samples for bacteria analysis, nitrate, and nitrite testing
Performs required quality control on reagents and medias as indicated by Public Water Supply Section
Enters water results into EPA’s Compliance Monitoring Data Portal (CMDP)
Prepares and mails the annual water contracts to clients
Sends monthly invoices to water clients as indicated

General Duties:

Performs routine phlebotomy services according to policies, procedures, and regulations; on and off-site for a variety of tests.
Prepares and processes specimens to reference (public and private) laboratories in accordance with laboratory protocols and reference manuals
Performs fingersticks; on and off site
Performs start up and shut down of analyzers according to laboratory procedures
Verifies that laboratory requisitions/ orders are complete and accurate
Documents all results on the in-house logs and enters results into the patient’s medical record in Patagonia (EHR)
Answers general questions from patients or staff regarding laboratory procedures, patient preparation, policies, and protocols
Greets patients timely and courteously
Routes patients to other areas of clinic and/or waiting areas
Assists in performance of complex procedures and analysis
Performs routine and standardized tests
Performs Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Calibration as required by Clinical and Environmental Testing Procedures
Performs a variety of clinical tests
Performs a variety of environmental tests
Distributes results to appropriate provider, clinic/ department
Faxes and promptly calls all abnormal/panic results to ordering physician/provider
Complies and attests to HIPAA regulations
Complies with and follows Universal Standard Precautions
Decontaminates work surfaces and/or equipment as specified in Blood Borne Pathogen policy manual
Disposes of hazardous waste using Standard Precautions
Stocks and rotate stock as needed in laboratory and phlebotomy areas
Performs, submits, and reviews Proficiency Testing Results
Prepares daily totals for labs/water testing, and patient seen monthly for WTU report
Records temperatures as required
Maintains laboratory supply inventory and submits monthly lab orders to the Finance Administrator
Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment as needed
Attends workshops, updates, and/or educational sessions that are deemed pertinent
Serves as a Management Team member
Serves as Quality Assurance member
Serves as Epidemiology Team member
Participates in Public Health Preparedness activities as directed by agency management; this employee will be expected to work as needed during public health emergencies, which may result in extended hours and long work shifts.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor, Health Director, or Deputy Health Director

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution; or an Associate’s degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of medical laboratory experience; or completion of a certified Laboratory Assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course and two years of medical laboratory experience; or a High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and four years of applicable medical laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Training/Experience: Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General theoretical knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to the Jackson County Department of Public Health Laboratory
General knowledge of techniques, principles, and instrumentation used in public health laboratory medicine
General knowledge of applicable laboratory instrumentation, equipment, and terminology
General knowledge of the basic pathophysiological processes being monitored and how the medical laboratory science is applied.
Knowledge of test procedures performed in the laboratory
Knowledge of specimen processing
Skill in use of laboratory equipment
Skill in the performance of laboratory procedures
Ability to make accurate observations and written reports of test results
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance and quality control practices
General knowledge of common health and safety precautions in working in a local health department
Ability to use sound judgment and empathy in dealing with patients
Ability to provide confidentiality and observation of HIPAA laws and regulations.
Ability to instruct medical technology students and other health professionals in laboratory procedures and instrumentation

Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity

Jackson County recognizes its continued success in meeting the needs of its citizens requires the full and active participation of talented and committed individuals, regardless of their gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or political affiliation. It is the policy of the County to foster, maintain, and promote equal opportunity by use of a systematic, consistent recruitment program, and to identify and attract the most qualified applicants for employment with the County. This policy is to be achieved by announcing all position vacancies, by evaluating all applicants using the same criteria, and by applying testing methods through the NC Career Works Office. Selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

Jackson County provides a robust offering of employee benefits including: employer paid medical and dental benefits, participation in the Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, paid leave (vacation, sick, and holiday), Employee Clinic, Wellness program, and supplemental benefit offerings.

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