Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician

The Community - Martinsburg, WV Welcome to the City of Martinsburg, West Virginia! The City of Martinsburg, recognized as the "fastest growing City in the State " is known as the "Gateway to the Shenandoah Valley. " Located in the heart of the Eastern Panhandle, the City serves as the county seat to Berkeley County. The City of Martinsburg is experiencing economic growth due to its proximity to Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD metropolitan areas, yet offers the serenity of small town living. The City of Martinsburg also provides for several recreational, cultural and arts activities. War Memorial Park, in particular, is host to swimming, entertainment and fairs and festivals throughout the year. Several other parks provide for youth activities as well. The Apollo Theatre, The Arts Centre, Belle Boyd House, Adam Stephen House and the Apple Harvest Festival provide for year-round culture and arts, historic sites and tourism for the community and visitors. Martinsburg VA Medical Center Since 1944, the Martinsburg VA Medical Center has been improving the health of the men and women who have so proudly served our nation. We consider it our privilege to serve your health care needs in any way we can. Services are available to more than 126,000 veterans living in 22 counties in Western Maryland, West Virginia, South Central Pennsylvania, and Northwest Virginia.

Requirements

• Perform clinical laboratory tests in any one or a combination of areas as described in following sections of the laboratory: Hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, immunology, blood bank, and blood donor center.
• Calculate test results and measure prescribed quantities of samples during tests.
• Notice pertinent morphology/staining details of specimens under microscopic examination.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory tests either manually or using automated instrumentation.
• Evaluate quality control information against measurable criteria in the performance of laboratory tests.
• Perform precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures.
• Receive written requisitions from health care providers for routine and special laboratory tests.
• Set up and adjust laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Obtain laboratory specimens directly from patients by venipuncture, instruct patient and staff on proper specimen collection.
• Add reagents or indicator solutions, and subjects specimens to various laboratory operations according to established procedures.
• Prepare slides for microscopic analysis as necessary.
• Observe test reactions, changes of color, or formation of precipitates; studies or subjects treated specimens to automatic analyzing equipment to make qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Record test results to flat logs and request slips and file reports in the electronic health record.
• Bring to the attention of the section supervisor, pathologist or general laboratory supervisor any unusual or grossly abnormal test result.
• Perform light general cleaning of work areas such as collection of trash, autoclaving of specimens, cleaning of bench tops and light dusting.
• Prepare specimens for transport to MTF laboratory or for other civilian/DOD reference laboratories.
• Prepare biological waste for proper disposal.
• Participate/perform the prescribed QC and CAP proficiency testing (PT) programs.
• Perform and document required equipment maintenance as required.
• Adhere to infection control procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and proper disposal of waste
• Participate in required equipment, in-service training and continuing medical education.
• Ensure safe work environment and employ safe work habits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a medical laboratory technician training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT), or state licensure as a medical laboratory technician.

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