Medical Technologist

SUMMARY  

The Medical Technologist performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities.
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as institutional policies.
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups.
• Provides orientation and training for new employees as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff when assigned. Appropriately documents orientation and training of new employees.
• Provides guidance to technicians and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitates workflow when necessary.
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Laboratory Safety policies. Employee duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employees will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory Performance Improvement activities.
• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area.
• Assists in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Experience
  1. Associate’s degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or related field or equivalent education and training.
  2. Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science, or related field is preferred.
  3. One year of Clinical Lab experience preferred.
• Licenses
  • Certification from a recognized national body, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or an equivalent organization is required.
  • Florida Medical Technologist license is required.  
• Skills/Abilities
  1. Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned.
  2. Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Laboratory Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; always protects confidentiality of patient information and results.
  3. Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision.
  4. Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities.
  5. Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings.
  6. Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.
  7. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis. If the requirement is not marked, then the standard is generally considered not applicable.