Medical Laboratory Technician

POSITION TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technician DEPARTMENT: Ancillary NATURE OF POSITION: Medical Laboratory Technician/Radiographer performs x-rays, routine tests, quality control procedures and keeps supply inventory. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree in the medical laboratory technology field from an accredited institution and certification by ASCP or another approved agency or eligible for certification Previous experience preferred but not required RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs all laboratory procedures using appropriate equipment and materials Performs and appropriately documents quality control procedures, instrument checks and maintenance reports Records workload and test results according to established lab protocol Verifies ancillary services provided and makes appropriate changes to the superbill Takes corrective action with proper documentation when controls are out of range or test results are abnormal Performs proficiency testing according to the schedule subscribed from the American Proficiency Institute American Proficiency Institute Performs venipuncture/capillary sticks on adults and pediatric patients Performs other phlebotomy duties as necessary Processes samples according to test specific requirements Protects the confidentiality of patients and their records at all times by complying with the health center confidentiality policies Daily disinfection of work surfaces and equipment used in the department ORGANIZATION: Abstains from gossip in the workplace. Exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude and professionalism in the workplace. Handles personal conflict and works through it at the lowest possible level (first with party/parties involved, then if necessary, with 3rd party mediation). Is friendly and easy to approach. Is neat, clean, wellgroomed, and dresses in accordance to the dress code policy. Leaves personal problems out of workplace. Treats all coworkers with dignity and respect. Arrives on time and works through designated hours. Completes tasks effectively, accurately and on time. Demonstrates little or no absenteeism/follows leave guidelines. Follows designated chain of authority. Is flexible, able and willing to respond to unusual jobrelated demands. Manages time well. Recognizes and assists others in the work of the department, even though the work may be outside of regular duties. Shares equally in the workload of the department. Works cooperatively with all team members and departments. Works independently requesting assistance from supervisor only as needed. Abstains from criticizing COFMC, colleagues and supervisors. Demonstrates loyalty to COFMC, colleagues and supervisors. Demonstrates support of the mission and vision of COFMC. Accepts and participates in cross training. Takes initiative to identify skill development needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr