MLT

Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school Experience One (1) year general laboratory experience Core Duties and Responsibilities Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned, following outlines in procedure manuals. This includes Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology and Coagulation, Serology, etc. Identify and label all specimens received/collected. Record and report findings as required. Call all values that are flagged as critical to a responsible caregiver following Laboratory procedure. Fax reports when indicated if phlebotomist/clerk is not available. Perform quality control according to established policy. When performing phlebotomy procedures, assure that appropriate care is provided utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of the patient – neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric. Assess data reflective to the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. Provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. May assist in supervising students during their clinical training. Care for and maintain supplies, equipment, facilities, and work areas as required/directed. Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and apparatus. Calibrate equipment. Alert supervisor to defective equipment, supplies, materials, etc. Document maintenance. Perform cleaning duties as required. Understand and perform specimen-collecting techniques. Judge the adequacy of submitted specimens and request another specimen if necessary. Record all test results with accuracy. Include information regarding abnormal appearance of specimen. Identify and/or flag all abnormal results and panic values and call to proper personnel following Laboratory procedure. Maintain all required records, report, statistics, logs and files. Report inventory to Lab Manager. Rotate stock as needed. Unpack supplies and store appropriately. Physical Requirements Light lifting May stand for long periods of time Working Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Skills and Abilities Demonstrates effective communication skills Ability to adapt to change Additional Job Description Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt). Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt). Company: JAX Jackson General Hospital. Cost Center: 112 JAX Clinical Labs. Address: 122 Pinnell St, Ripley, West Virginia. Equal Opportunity Employer: West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital