MLT II-Molecular Pathology Lab

Medical Lab Technician

A Medical Lab Technician performs various quantitative and qualitative clinical laboratory studies to comply with physician requests for analyses of various blood, body fluids and tissues, to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. An MLT must follow established laboratory standards, practices, and procedures. The MLT understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Associate degree in laboratory science

Experience

• 0-3 years' experience in a hospital laboratory.

License/Registration/Certifications

• Certification by an acceptable laboratory registry.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Provide and understand the specific communication needs of laboratory patients and families ranging from neonate-birth to geriatric.
• Make decisions about sample collection and handling, perform testing of samples, and maintain accurate records and reporting of test results with knowledge of abnormal, normal and critical values.
• Perform instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Withstand the stress and demands of an active position while responding calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Work as a team member, demonstrating good interpersonal skills, follow Standards of Behavior and communicate professionally with physicians, management, and staff.
• Follow established standards and practices to perform various quantitative and qualitative laboratory studies for diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Understand and comply with SRHS System and Laboratory department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Handle moderate chemical, biological, and/or low-level radiation exposure.
• Possess the critical thinking skills to make decisions and use appropriate judgment.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting of data.
• Handle high stress situations while reacting appropriate with a calm and efficient demeanor.
• May be required to perform critical tasks within special pathogens lab.
• May be required to train new associates and students.
• Pass a color vision test.
• If eligible, perform Direct Observation per CMS guidelines.
• Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.