Medical Lab Technologist (Full-Time)

Medical Lab Technologist (Full-Time) Job Tracking ID : 26-25-LAB-H Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years) Collects specimens and performs testing ensuring that testing is conducted in an accurate, efficient and timely manner and assists in performing laboratory procedures in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures and regulatory agency requirements (FDA, AABB, CLIA, etc.) to achieve the best quality patient care in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Pender Community Hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Enters order when needed and retrieves orders from the laboratory information system. Verifies identity of the patient and collects the proper specimen. Prepares specimen for in-house and reference laboratory testing. Reviews in-house and reference laboratory test results for accuracy before finalizing report. Reports any critical results in a timely manner following documentation policy. Performs and records instrument maintenance, including daily start up and shut down procedures, according to manufacturer or laboratory requirements. Maintains working knowledge of standard operating procedures. Troubleshoots instrumentation problems. Performs and records quality control data and documents corrective actions. Completes annual competency testing. Keeps work areas clean and orderly; washes laboratory glassware as needed. Handles infectious material to protect all laboratory personnel, collects blood and other specimens under aseptic conditions. Documents when supplies are running low and stocks supplies when delivered. Hours: Minimum 40 hours/week, 10 hour shifts Experience and Skills Education, Experience: Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology Completed training in phlebotomy techniques Previous experience in a laboratory setting preferred Certificates, Licensure, Registrations: Current laboratory AMT or ASCP certification or equivalent eligible to obtain

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies/procedures Ability to write reports and correspondence Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc. Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff and health care providers Ability to work with skill in identifying problems

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS

Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. Standard full-time benefits: Benefits go into effect on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Include but not limited to: Health Insurance: PPO and H.S.A. option; PCH pays a portion of premiums Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Plan at no cost to the employee; opportunity to purchase additional coverage also available Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue hours based on a percentage rate (set by years of service) multiplied by the number of hours worked in a pay period 403(b) Retirement: The hospital will match employee contributions for their retirement, up to a percentage of employee gross wage Medical and Dependent Care Savings Accounts Group Incentive Plan (GIP): The hospital sets facility wide goals for our annual fiscal year. Depending on how many of those goals we meet at the end of the fiscal year that determines the amount of bonus employees receive. This institution is an EEO/AA Employer and Provider - Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pender Community Hospital District