Medical Technologist- Part Time

POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

DEPARTMENT: LAB

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SCHEDULE:                         Part Time, Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 12:00PM - 10:00PM.

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JOB SUMMARY:
Assist with diagnostic testing to support patient care and treatment by preparing specimens, performing routine laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate data entry under the direction of the Laboratory Director.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

• Responsible to the Laboratory Director
• Positions Directly Supervised:     None
• Regular Contact with all hospital departments and the public

MISSION STATEMENT:
As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center’s mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Collect, label, and prepare patient specimens (e.g. blood, urine, tissue) for testing
2. Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, tissue, etc. to determine presence of normal or abnormal components
3. Follow the laboratory procedure for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, and reporting
4. Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or immediately notify the Laboratory Director.
5. Establish or monitor quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results
6. Record and report test results clearly and accurately in the hospital’s electronic health record system
7. Maintain records that demonstrate the proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
8. Adhere to the laboratory quality control policies; document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
9. Operate and maintain sophisticated laboratory equipment, including troubleshooting issues as needed
10. Follow established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
11. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
12. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide diagnostic support
13. Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., CLIA, HIPAA, etc.)
14. Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
15. Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of patient information through all laboratory processes
16. All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:     Must possess an Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field. Must be licensed in the State of Louisiana.

Work Experience: Prior experience in a clinical or hospital laboratory setting is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Laboratory instrumentation and computer systems
• Ability to multitask when completing several tasks at once
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA

Physical Requirements:  

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Frequent movement throughout the laboratory and various hospital departments and patient care areas
• Requires fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for tasks such as handling specimen, operating instructions, performing phlebotomies, etc.
• Frequently position self to maintain equipment, obtain supplies, access materials or instruments, etc. 
• Constantly operates a computer, office and Lab machinery
• Ability to effectively communicate information accurately so others will understand
• Ability to hear and respond to alarms, instruments alerts, and verbal communication in a noisy laboratory environment
• Ability to observe details at close range including the ability to distinguish color changes, read instrument displays, and observe specimens under microscopes
• Ability to move materials, equipment, etc. weighing up to 25 pounds

OSHA EXPOSURE CATEGORY:     A Have exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.