PRN Medical Technologist

General Summary : The Medical Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic laboratory tests that are intended to assist with improving the overall status of patients by providing accurate laboratory results. The Medical Technologist is actively involved in department activities, transdisciplinary team activities, and LifeCare activities to ensure individualized, patient-centered health care for all patient populations admitted to LifeCare Hospital.

Patient Population: Has contact with patients in a clinical setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in the adult (18-65 yrs of age) and geriatric (65 and older) populations.

Supervision: Oversees and directs delegated functions of Medical Laboratory Technicians and Phlebotomists.

Standard Essential Functions

• The knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position requirements are demonstrated through the successful completion of competencies established for the position, to include the population served and other special needs of patients or customers served by the department.
• Adheres to LifeCare policies, procedures, all safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Job-Specific Essential Functions

• Obtains and accurately enters physician orders for laboratory procedures into the Laboratory Information System or manual requisitions as required. Delivers laboratory reports to the nursing unit for physician/nurse review per the facility's process.
• Performs venipuncture and finger stick procedures within the appropriate timeframe (e.g., stat orders, etc.) and executes specimen collection according to policy and procedures to render a specimen with good integrity. Verifies patient identification prior to the procedure and accurately labels specimen post-procedure. Identifies problems/needs for performing specimen collection.
• Completes laboratory accession record, data collection, and filing, appropriately submitting charges and reports in a timely manner.
• Performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological analyses, based on the test menu of the facility. Assists in the development and modification of procedures and the establishment and monitoring of programs to ensure the accuracy of tests.
• Order supplies while participating in quality improvement and safety (e.g., safety checks). Ensure that the equipment is maintained, clean, and in working order. Report equipment maintenance and/or repair timely.
• Plans/organizes work for assigned shifts to properly utilize time, resources, and supplies to ensure that patients receive appropriate quality care.

Values

• We COLLABORATE: We develop our treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, clinicians, and the patient’s family.
• We ADVOCATE: We advocate on behalf of every patient and family.
• We RESPECT: We recognize and value the dignity, rights, and resources of each patient.
• We EDUCATE: We educate our team members and families with purpose and compassion.
• We SERVE: We serve as a TEAM with integrity at all levels, focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients.