Medical Technologist

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Position Summary: Responsible for the processing and analyzing of laboratory specimens and reporting of test results in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Maintains laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory.

Qualifications

• A graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science with at least 1 year of experience as a Medical Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist or

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with associate degree in Medical Technology

• Certified as an MLS, IMLS, MT or IMT (by ASCP, ASCPi, AMT, AAB or ISCLT)

Role and Responsibilities

• Process, result and report lab specimens in the clinical laboratory.

• Perform and analyze serological, biochemical, bacteriological, immunohematological, hematological, chemistry, immunochemistry, phlebotomy, urinalysis, virology and coagulation tests.

• Maintain lab records & equipment.

• Follow lab policies & procedures (including Emergency Disaster Plans).

• Perform other duties as assigned. Properly collects blood samples from newborn to deceased using venipuncture or skin puncture technique.

• Properly documents the laboratory request slip to contain collection date, time, initials, ICD10 codes, ABN signatures and signed orders.

• Labels specimen tubes with collection date, time, initials and patient information.

• Process and Maintain Quality Control specimens/practices as required by Laboratory policies.

• Performs proficiency testing surveys as assigned.

• Proficient use of various Laboratory and Hospital Information software programs.

• Properly communicates STAT or Critical Value results.

• Participates in departmental quality improvement activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Support CMH's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy

• Adhere to the CMH Compliance Program

• Assures/maintains compliance with all accreditation, statutory and regulatory standards at the local, state, and federal levels

• Comply with all organizational policies

• Demonstrate outstanding customer service/advocacy, professionalism and integrity

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Additional languages preferred

• Strong reasoning/critical thinking skills

• Excellent time management, collaboration, prioritization and problem-solving skills

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications

• Operates the following equipment correctly and safely: photometer, spectrograph, colorimeter, and microscope

• Willingness to adapt to change and support new technologies as well as policies and procedures in a positive manner

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• High-stress environment

• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions

• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients

• Position requires lifting of 21-50 pounds

• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing

• Mental demands include: alertness, analytic ability, memory, concentration, judgment, initiative, precision, creativity and communication.