Medical Laboratory Technician

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests within scope of licensure in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Minimum Qualifications Associate of Science (AAS) degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or Science OR Associate’s degree in chemical or biological science Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: PA: No state license issued WV: Medical Laboratory Technician License or Trainee License MD: No state license issued OH: No state license issued Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician. Core Duties and Responsibilities Process and analyze samples in a timely and orderly fashion, meeting usual and customary productivity levels while following procedures for accurate identification. Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments according to policies and procedures. Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job‑related functions. Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed. Complete forms and report findings to nurses and/or physicians. Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology. Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory. Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action. Maintain all patient and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly. Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public. Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control. Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, demonstrating professionalism and concern for individual needs. Physical Requirements Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment. May sit for extended periods of time. Working Environment Work around strong or unpleasant odors. May be exposed to agents that may cause serious disease. Skills and Abilities Able to multitask and handle stressful situations. Able to communicate effectively. Able to work well as a team with co‑workers, supervisors, and all other staff/customers, including patients. Knowledge of basic computer skills. Additional Job Details Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Non‑Exempt (United States of America) Company: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center Cost Center: 112 CCMC Clinical Labs Address: 800 Garfield Ave, Parkersburg, West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr