SUMMARY: Work closely with # following instructions of Laboratory Coordinator # Director in performing diagnostic test procedures on various patient specimens following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) with careful attention to safety, quality control # regulatory guidelines.# Other duties include but are not limited to collection, preparation, # processing of patient specimens, careful documentation of all processes, performance # interpretation of quality assurance activities, maintenance of various pieces of complex diagnostic equipment # other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of Laboratory Services.# Participate in developing new procedures # process improvements.# Detect possible discrepancies in # confirm abnormal test results.# Work with LIS Administrator for effective, efficient data management # with the Director for QA, PI, Compliance, regulatory, inspection # other assigned duties. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education:# Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent Experience:# At least one year technical # LIS experience preferred Certifications:# MLS (ASCP), CLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), MT(HEW/HHS) or MT(AMT) Other:# Section Specialty Certification, Working knowledge of computers and laboratory equipment. Safety Sensitive Designation:# This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana. Physical/Psychological Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation.# Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.# This position requires the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, frequently stand and walk, occassionally bend, squat, and twist, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds using proper body mechanics; spend eight hours processing/distributing samples, performing testing, entering computer data (in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse daily); must possess a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity; analyze data to produce meaningful information; handle critical, stressful, high-pressure situations with efficiency # composure; effectively problem solve in real time; deal with patient # family concerns/complaints in a professional # compassionate manner; effectively perform technical duties under pressure; negotiate change; ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner; ability to concentrate for long periods of time; and ability to deliver expected levels of Patient Experience # Service to all levels of customers. Work Environment:# Hospital, Laboratory # Clinic environment

SUMMARY:

Work closely with & following instructions of Laboratory Coordinator & Director in performing diagnostic test procedures on various patient specimens following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) with careful attention to safety, quality control & regulatory guidelines. Other duties include but are not limited to collection, preparation, & processing of patient specimens, careful documentation of all processes, performance & interpretation of quality assurance activities, maintenance of various pieces of complex diagnostic equipment & other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of Laboratory Services. Participate in developing new procedures & process improvements. Detect possible discrepancies in & confirm abnormal test results. Work with LIS Administrator for effective, efficient data management & with the Director for QA, PI, Compliance, regulatory, inspection & other assigned duties.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent

Experience: At least one year technical & LIS experience preferred

Certifications: MLS (ASCP), CLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), MT(HEW/HHS) or MT(AMT)

Other: Section Specialty Certification, Working knowledge of computers and laboratory equipment.

Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana.

Physical/Psychological Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, frequently stand and walk, occassionally bend, squat, and twist, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds using proper body mechanics; spend eight hours processing/distributing samples, performing testing, entering computer data (in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse daily); must possess a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity; analyze data to produce meaningful information; handle critical, stressful, high-pressure situations with efficiency & composure; effectively problem solve in real time; deal with patient & family concerns/complaints in a professional & compassionate manner; effectively perform technical duties under pressure; negotiate change; ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner; ability to concentrate for long periods of time; and ability to deliver expected levels of Patient Experience & Service to all levels of customers.

Work Environment: Hospital, Laboratory & Clinic environment