Medical Technologist (MLT/MT) - Laboratory

Job Title

Job Specific Competencies:

• Performs quality control procedures, monitor quality controls and documents results and corrective action as required per CLIA and instrument/manufacturer guidelines.
• Performs instrument scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, calls technical service, and documents troubleshooting.
• Performs waived, moderate, and complex testing according to written procedures.
• Notify provider or designee of critical or modified results.
• Assist with bone marrow collections.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Participates in new method evaluation and calibration verification.
• Keep Manager aware of procedure, unscheduled instrument maintenance, unacceptable quality control, schedule changes and other quality assurance issues.
• Evaluates quality and appropriateness of specimens before testing or sending to reference labs.
• Maintains clean and safe work area.
• Approves lab results in a timely manner and ensure results are sent to the appropriate location.
• Follow all CLIA, OSHA and AAAHC guidelines and requirements.
• Participates in proficiency testing and perform/document any necessary corrective action.
• Communicates with co-workers, clinical staff and providers to ensure patient testing is complete and accurate with positive, helpful attitude.
• Maintains stock of reagents and supplies and rotates stock as necessary.
• Readies specimens for reference labs.
• Be familiar with navigating in Orchard LIS and Electronic Health Records.
• Be a resource for Lab Tech Assistants and Phlebotomists.

JCMG Core Competencies:

• Maintains high work ethic standards.
• Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times.
• Strives for Continuous Quality Improvement.
• Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comply with all JCMG Policies and procedures and read as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or Associates Degree in Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Experience:

• Medical Laboratory experience is preferred

Certification/License:

• Medical Technologist/Technician licensed by ASCP/HHW/HEW, or CLS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledgeable of CLIA regulations

Work Environment:

Will be exposed to the danger of infection from disease bearing specimens and odorous chemicals and specimens.

Benefits:

• Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability
• Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually
• 56 hours paid Holiday Leave
• Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements