Medical Technologist (MT/MLT)

Description

Role:

Perform laboratory procedures using established and approved protocols, which require the broad exercise of independent judgement and responsibility with minimal technical supervision.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Performs complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Analyzes quality control data, makes judgements concerning the results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Incorporates principles of educational methodology in the instruction of new employees and students and in the laboratory's continuing education program.
• Performs related work as required.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity and sensitivity and specific factors that can influence test results.
• Inventories laboratory supplies; cleans equipment and work areas, and disposes of contaminated materials.

Performance Measures:

• Maintains a professional and friendly atmosphere for patients and co-workers.
• Abides by all clinic safety policies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Assists with instruction of Medical Laboratory Scientist students who take clinical rotation at the Clinic.
• Approaches laboratory testing with a conscientious concern for the importance of his/her work.
• Understands and deals with possible interferences with laboratory testing.
• Observes all clinic guidelines and policies.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience: Two years to five years of similar or related experience preferred.
• Education: Bachelor degree (MT/MLS) required. ASCP certification is required.
• Interpersonal Skills: Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization, generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information which may require some discussion.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to distinguish color gradients necessary in laboratory testing.
• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 10 lbs.
• Prolonged standing and/or sitting is required.
• Exposure to body fluids, tissues and contagions is expected in a laboratory environment.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.