Medical Laboratory Technician

Job TitleMinimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or Medical Technology certifications from an accredited institution.Job Summary: Tests lab specimens to ensure accurate and quality results for patient care. Recognize problems, identify the causes, and find solutions even when no preset criteria are present. Confirm and verify results through an in-depth knowledge of quality control, testing techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory requirements.Essential Functions:Be familiar with and able to perform the position duties listed in the lab assistant, phlebotomist, or accessioner job descriptions if necessary.Is familiar with and complies with all safety regulations in the fire code and CDC blood and body fluid precautions.Collects and prepares human samples for analysis.Stores and transports samples using appropriate preservation methods.Specimens may include blood, urine, sputum, feces, exudates, secretions, or other body fluids.Be familiar with all testing procedures in the manuals for each section of the laboratory.Recognize and correct basic instrument malfunctions.Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains any clinical instrument or equipment.Conducts established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluates results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.Maintains the work area in a clean, orderly condition that ensures that the workplace is in compliance with the federal safety and hygiene policies.Keeps Lab Supervisor informed of activities including unusual patient data or results, instrumentation problems, and public relation problems.Tuesday-Saturday 1-9 PMEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.