What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist MT or MLT position at AHS - Sherman Medical Center?
JOB SUMMARY : Performs phlebotomy and clinical testing in all laboratory areas including Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Histology, and Serology, on patients of all ages including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited college or university required.
2. Must be currently registry eligible or registered as a Medical Technologist (MLT) by ASCP or AMT within 1 year of hire.
3. At least 1 year of demonstrated experience in an acute care hospital setting preferably working as a generalist in the areas of Phlebotomy, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Blood Banking.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Demonstrates excellent customer service to both internal and external customers through positive communications, cooperation, professional behavior, and by displaying actions that customer satisfaction is the primary goal of this institution.
2. Adapts to a constantly changing environment by recognizing opportunities for improvement and embracing change to bring about improvements. Exercises independent thinking, judgment, and decision - making and accepts accountability and responsibility for decisions and consequences.
3. Complies with all policies, procedures, and related protocols as established by the department and / or the organization.
4. Performs tasks as assigned by the area Laboratory Supervisor.
5. Participates in the training / orientation, competency assessment and evaluation of new employees. Trains students.
6. Proficient in the operation, maintenance and minor troubleshooting / repair of clinical analysis equipment.
7. Performs method calibrations and quality control as required to assure accuracy and reliability of testing, prior to reporting patient results and documents corrective actions when quality control does not meet expected requirements.
8. Performs and understands phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures, including patient preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens.
9. Performs tests, records and reports results accurately and reliably.
10. Responsible for recognizing normal, abnormal and critical results and taking appropriate action as required. Includes appropriate considerations for the age of the patient when analyzing results.
11. Responsible for knowledge of clerical and computer functions, for communicating results and for carrying out additional clinical and clerical duties to meet the needs of the Department and patient care.
12. Effectively and efficiently monitors and organizes workload to meet defined TAT guidelines.
13. Assists in monitoring supply levels, communicating with department management when supply levels are at a critical inventory level.
14. Performs a variety of manual, semi-automated and automated Biochemical, Hematologic, Microbiology and / or Blood Bank analysis on patient specimens, maintaining a high degree of accuracy and productivity.
15. Adheres to Safety / Infection Control guidelines; consistently uses appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
16. Responsible for maintaining an English-speaking environment in all work areas.
17. Reviews lab pending report several times during the shift and prior to the end of the shift for pending orders.
18. All other duties as assigned or required.
19. Maintain regular attendance.
