Medical Lab Technologist (9A-9:30P)

Laboratory Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

• Has proper knowledge of laboratory equipment and is able to program and process according to department policies and manufacturer safety guidelines.
• Able to detect spurious or abnormal results and follow investigative steps to determine if rejection/recollection is needed.
• Demonstrates ability to investigate and resolve various instrument codes, utilizing appropriate resources to assure accurate patient test results.
• Maintains competency in all assigned areas of the laboratory.
• Achieves minimum of 80% on assigned proficiency testing (100% Blood Bank proficiency testing)
• Demonstrates the proper procedure for documenting quality control results, corrective actions and maintenance procedures.
• Uses the proper procedure for completing worksheets and documenting critical values.
• Orders reflex or add-on tests as appropriate per policy.
• Has knowledge of the proper patient forms (downtime, OneBlood, KWB, other reference labs) and uses them correctly.
• Demonstrates understanding of document control for manually resulted tests and saves required printouts for review.
• Monitors pending test report to assure ordered tests are properly processed and verified.

Requirements

Regulatory Requirements

• Associate degree obtained from an accredited program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Current licensure in the State of Florida in all five clinical areas (Microbiology, Serology/Immunology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology and Immunohematology).
• MLT ASCP or AMT Certified (Generalist).

Professional Requirements

• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Is willing to receive constructive feedback to enhance self-improvement.
• Completes work within designated time.
• Attends and participates on hospital committees, as appropriate.
• Wears required identification while on duty.
• Does not avoid challenging tasks.
• Assists in the training of students, co-workers or other personnel.
• Relays important information to other staff/shifts to maintain consistency in operations.
• Understands how to utilize the grievance process to resolve concerns.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Computer Skills

• Demonstrates basic computer skills and knowledge consistent with the needs of their department.

Safety/Environment

• Knows the limitations of their license/certifications and does not practice outside these limitations.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and department
• Responsible for the safe handling of equipment as well as maintaining safety for themselves.
• Knows the proper procedure for calling codes and the proper response for each code according to department protocol (i.e. fire, lock down, infant abduction, bomb threat, etc.)
• Knows the proper procedure for reporting incidents involving the patient, visitor or employee.
• Knows where to find SDS information when needed.
• Is aware of hazards and hazardous materials and how to maintain a safe environment.

JACKSON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT