Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for providing medical staff or other qualified persons with accurate timely laboratory test results. Must be capable of performing a wide variety of complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures, according to established standards; maintains and/or calibrates highly scientific equipment; assists in documenting, compiling, and distribution of Quality Control Material.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Performs accurate and timely assays in the following areas of the laboratory: hematology, coagulation, serology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank, and microbiology. In each of these areas, the generation of a laboratory value is the result of following a strict protocol, which is outlined in the procedure manuals.
• Performs secondary review of designated tests.
• Approves proficiency testing for reporting.
• Functions as designee to sign-off on proficiency testing.
• Responsible for performing quality control measures and calibrations as prescribed in the various procedure manuals. This should include performance, documentation, corrective measures if indicated, and processing of the data.
• Performs monthly QC review.
• Operates the computer system within the laboratory. This includes order entry, resulting, releasing of results and generation of the hard copy laboratory report.
• Writes standard operating procedures.
• Reviews monthly maintenance.
• Prepares results of method validations for medical director's approval.
• Verifies patient identity. Obtains laboratory specimens from patients. This includes instructing and collecting various body fluids, including blood specimens obtained both from veins and from artery collections.
• Identifies and correctly labels various laboratory specimens.
• Maintains and ensures correct function of each machine within the laboratory.
• Signs off/approves technicians' competencies.
• Assists in training of new caregivers.
• Collects legal specimens and testifies in court as deemed by subpoena.
• Unpacks, dates and correctly stores laboratory supplies as they arrive.
• Notifies doctors or their designees of critical values immediately when they arise.
• Prepares various reagents as needed. These reagents must be properly prepared, dated, and stored as needed.
• Involved in performance improvement planning for the department.
• Must be aware of department and hospital policies, either by attending department meetings, reading the minutes, or review of hospital and department policy and procedure manuals.
• May serve in charge capacity
• Prioritizes workload to maximize efficiency while meeting patient and physician needs.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. * Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). * Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. * Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). * Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
Work Experience	Worked as a Medical Technologist or similar capacity in a Hospital Laboratory setting preferred
Education	* Successful completion of MLT programs * Associates degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field. * Nationally recognized certification or eligible (ASCP, NCA) as an MLT(ASCP), Must be certified within 12 months of hire and recertify if/as required. * Bachelors of Science degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field.Preferred.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	Demonstrated knowledge of disease processes as related to patient conditions and pertinent laboratory testing performed. A basic knowledge of mathematics, accuracy, precision, normal ranges and correlation with existing methods including evaluation of clinical specimens for suitability for testing and presence of interfering substances. Basic computer skills for data entry, instrument operations and report production. Basic knowledge of microscope use and function. Demonstrates effective, positive verbal communication skills to those served by the laboratory. Basic ability to take steps to resolve instrument problems. An in-depth knowledge of laboratory medicine. Must be flexible to work varied shifts when needed and be able to take call as needed. Able to work independently. Excellent troubleshooting skills. Able to multi-task.