MLT

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Contract Assignment

Job Description:


Level II trauma center. Hours 1330-2200. Every other weekend. Blood Bank.


1330-2200


Example schedule: Work Mon, tues, wed, thur off Friday, work Sat/Sun/Mon/ off tues, work wed, thur, friday, Off Sat/SUN


Repeat.


Possible call if needed and they are willing.


Analyzers we have and would be preferred but not mandatory: Abbott Alinity, ACL Tops 350, Gene Expert, Beckman coulter, Torch, Clinitek.


Role Specific Responsibilities

• Supports and communicates Laboratory initiatives and philosophies.
• Collects, Processes and Receives specimens (including blood, urine, fecal, body fluid) to be analyzed in all departments of the clinical laboratory (listed above). Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens of analysis of all age ranges.
• Participates in the evaluation of new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of personnel, equipment, cost and establishment of reference intervals; writes and revises technical procedures.
• Performs complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning results and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity and sensitivity, and specific factors that influence test results.
• Reviews all instrument indicators and temperature monitors for laboratory departments
• Responsible for maintaining self-competency in laboratory skills.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (or Associates Degree for grandfathered personnel)

Licenses and Certification

• CLS or MT (ASCP) or equivalent
• New MT Graduate must pass certification exam within 6 months of employment start date