What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technician position at Akron Children's?
Full-Time, 36-40 Hours/Week
Night and Day Shift available
$5,000-$6,000 Sign on bonus (taxable) available
Summary
Responsible for the collection, processing and testing of laboratory specimens on all patient types to aid in the diagnosis of disease. Testing of specimens requires knowledge and application of laboratory science techniques, attention to detail and quality control, demonstrated skill with sophisticated testing equipment and computers, as well as trouble-shooting and maintenance skills to maintain accurate functioning of equipment.
Responsibilities
Technical Expertise
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite
Night and Day Shift available
$5,000-$6,000 Sign on bonus (taxable) available
Summary
Responsible for the collection, processing and testing of laboratory specimens on all patient types to aid in the diagnosis of disease. Testing of specimens requires knowledge and application of laboratory science techniques, attention to detail and quality control, demonstrated skill with sophisticated testing equipment and computers, as well as trouble-shooting and maintenance skills to maintain accurate functioning of equipment.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and complex laboratory tests.
- Operates a variety of instrumentation and equipment in order to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Prioritizes varying test requests.
- Follow all hospital policies and procedures as well as all laboratory policies and procedures including but not limited to: specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results.
- Addresses patients and families in an appropriate manner for patient’s age and level of understanding.
- Reports critical information for physician or caregiver as indicated by policy and within acceptable timeframes.
- Other duties as required.
Technical Expertise
- Experience in clinical laboratory setting including recent experience in multiple laboratory disciplines is preferred
- Experience with performing high complexity testing is required.
- Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
- Experience in healthcare is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.
- Education: Associate degree in coursework defined by the American Society for Clinical Pathology [ASCP] is required.
- Certification: Certification or eligibility for certification by ASCP at the Technologist level or grandfather at the Technologist level prior to 2004 is required. Certification obtained within 12 months from the start date in the position is required. Certification through AMT also qualifies staff for this position. Certification must be obtained within 18 months from the start date in the position.
- Years of relevant experience: 2 or more years is preferred.
- Years of experience supervising: None.
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite
Salary : $5,000 - $6,000
