MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST I - IP LAB TECH

Job Title

Collects, prepares and handles specimens for analysis from patients of all ages. Performs laboratory testings to aid in the diagnosis of diseases.

Salary Range

USD $29.44/Hr. to USD $45.64/Hr.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field. Licensure/Certification/Registry: Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP) required within six months of hire or equivalent certification required within one year of hire. Experience: Prior work experience preferred. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Moderate physical effort.

Responsibilities

Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results.

Obtains blood and other body fluids from inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees etc. as requested by authorized personnel.

Operates hospital computer system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or credit the patient's accounts.

Perform preventative maintenance and follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve instrument problems.

Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• Safety: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• Courtesy: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• Quality: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• Efficiency: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.

Demonstrates knowledge and theory behind instrumentation functions and malfunctions and decides when to use "back-up" instrument.

Operates all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical procedures with minimal supervision.

Assists in orientation/training of new employees as directed.

Participates in continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory in-services.

Assists in overall operations of the Lab including cost effective practices and safety regulations.

Assists manager in overall departmental operations.

Promotes health and safety in the work environment.

Actively participates in competency assessment process.

Maintains cross training in at least 2 technical areas

Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed by hospital policy

Assures compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Decatur Memorial Hospital