Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory TechnicianThe Medical Laboratory Technician position supports departmental goals through the performance of waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing, providing results that are both timely and accurate. The position performs blood and body fluid analysis in one or more of the technical sections including, Chemistry/Special Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis, Immunology, Point of Care (POC), Toxicology, and Molecular Pathology. In accordance with the California Code of Regulations, The Medical Laboratory Technician performs tests and examinations under the supervision of a licensed physician and surgeon, or a doctoral scientist, clinical laboratory bio analyst, clinical laboratory scientist, or clinical laboratory specialist.Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position California Licensed Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Must possess California State issued Medical Laboratory Technician license as appropriate for job responsibilities (current and renewed every two (2) years as required). Technical knowledge in one or more of the following sections: Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis Immunology, Molecular Pathology, Point of Care Testing, Special Chemistry, and/or Toxicology. Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements (e.g. CDPH, CAP, TJC, AABB, FDA, NAACLS, OSHA) for testing and laboratory safety. Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgment, tact and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations. Ability to function and work in a diverse work environment.Key Responsibilities 80% - TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES 20% - GENERAL DUTIESDepartment Overview The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department whose mission is to create a healthier world through bold innovation in population health, education, technology and research. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating, and reducing the burden of disease. This position sets the highest standards for professionalism and competency in providing high-quality patient centered diagnostic and therapeutic care, customer service, and education to patients within UCDH and its affiliates. Our laboratories are licensed by the State of California, certified by CLIA, accredited by College of American Pathologists (CAP), AABB, and located in three distinct facilities: Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP); Pathology Building; and the Specialty Testing Center (STC). The department is one of UCDH's largest ancillary services with annual gross revenues of over $415M, expenses of approximately $65M, and more than 350 overall employees in the department's clinical and academic sections. The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine's mission is to provide high-quality patient/physician services, to maintain the excellence of the educational programs, and to perform scholarly research and development. These objectives are to be met within the limits of resources available with emphasis on cost effectiveness and innovation.