Lab Medical Technologist PRN

Lab Medical Technologist

Applies current concepts of laboratory testing and performs modern techniques which are demanded in the laboratory.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Reads and understands the English language.
• Ability to think critically and analytically with little or no supervision
• Ability to work effectively in situations of high stress and conflict and communicate goals and outcomes.
• Ability to process information and prioritize
• Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Possesses independent work habits, is self-reliant and self-directed
• Ability to learn, adapt, and change as required by the job functions
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of material and information accessed and reviewed
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to move freely, reach, bend, and complete light lifting
• Ability to use good body mechanics while performing daily job functions and ability to follow specific OSHA guidelines
• Ability to maintain attendance to meet standard job practices

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and a passing score on a state approved registry examination for Medical Technology, or
• Certification from approved technical school and a passing score on a state approved registry examination for Medical Technologist, 3 years experience required to qualify of the examination, or
• "Grandfather" technologist as granted by the Georgia State Laboratory Licensure.

Licensure

• State of Georgia Licensure approved registry examination for Medical Technologist: ASCP, NCA, AAB, AMT, or HEW

Experience

• Previous clinical laboratory experience is preferred, but not required.
• Clinical evaluation and assessment skills are required for the scope of services provided by this facility which include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Interpersonal skills

Essential technical/motor skills

Essential physical requirements

• Sit and stand for long periods of time
• Walk distances throughout the facility
• Able to push or pull 20-50 lbs.

Essential mental requirements

Essential sensory requirements

• Understands current concepts of laboratory testing and is able to perform modern techniques which are demanded in the laboratory.

Other

Exposure to hazards (body fluid exposure level)

• Level I

Age of Patient Populations Served

• Neonates 1 - 30 days
• Infants 30 days - 1 year
• Children 1 - 12 years
• Adolescents 13 - 18 years
• Adults 19 - 70 years
• Geriatrics - 70+ years

Job Specific Duties and Performance Standards

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received into the laboratory, according to laboratory policy and procedure.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to laboratory policy and procedure.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
• Performs and documents scheduled maintenance and calibrations on instruments as required by laboratory policy and procedure.
• Utilizes computers as appropriate in completing assigned functions
• Performs related laboratory duties.
• Is responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment and maintaining neatness throughout the department.
• Helps co-workers when needed and communicates to ensure an orderly work-flow.
• Readily accepts changes in assignments or schedules.
• Aids in the training of new employees and students in the performance of duties.
• Follows all organizational and department policies and procedures.
• Performs shift coordinator duties if applicable.
• Performs section coordinator duties if applicable.

Coffee Regional Medical Center