Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

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MONTGOMERY GENERAL HOSPITAL
Title/Description Position Description Performance
Evaluation
LAB TESTING PERSONNEL Page 1 of 5

MT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP), CLA (ASCP), MT (HEW), MT (AMT)

Effective Date Revised Date Codes _2002 Annual
E(2) = Exceeds Standard
January 1997 January 2002 M(1) = Meets Standard

NI(0)= Needs
Improvement

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Performs a variety of laboratory tests, many of which are complex, involving numerous steps and techniques and requires us of professional judgment. Job duties will be determined to major tasks, duties and responsibilities as outlined and approved by Laboratory Director. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES E M NI

1. Performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the 2 1 0 laboratory Director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
2. Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, 2 1 0 test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
3. Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are 2 1 0 tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
4. Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all quality 2 1 0 control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
5. Follows the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test 2 1 0 systems are not within the laboratory’s defined levels of performance.
6. Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance 2 1 0 or reporting of test results and either attempt to correct the problems, call service and only then notify the laboratory general supervisor, technical supervisor or

director.
7. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the 2 1 0 laboratory’s established performance specifications.
8. Performs quality controls at the specified times as outlined by CLIA. 2 1 0

9. The number of corrected reports or quality control does not exceed an 2 1 0 acceptable limit.
10. Verifies quality control values are valid before testing patients. 2 1 0

11. Performs venipuncture, arterial puncture and specimen procurement a 2 1 0 required and as pertains to different age groups.
12. Consults with Pathologist/Laboratory Manager/Assistant. 2 1 0
13. Initiates ordering of supplies in a timely manner as not to overstock or 2 1 0 exhaust supplies.
14. Writes reports neatly, accurately and clearly. 2 1 0
15. Maintains good relations with patients, medical staff and other departments 2 1 0 as well as the general public.
16. Participates in proficiency and/or competency testing in all disciplines 2 1 0 yearly.
17. Follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis in use of glassware and 2 1 0 serum and in preparation reagents.
18. Prepares specimens and routes them to appropriate reference laboratories for 2 1 0 all testing not performed on site.
19. Handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect 2 1 0 for confidentiality.
20. Maintains safe work environment. 2 1 0
21. Receives and dates various stock items and distributes them to the 2 1 0 appropriate section of the laboratory rotating stock as indicated.
22. Maintains high quality of work performance. 2 1 0
23. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of job. 2 1 0
24. Maintains a good rapport and cooperative work relationship with all patient 2 1 0 care personnel.
25. Uses sound judgment in decision-making. 2 1 0
26. Consistently coordinates tasks to achieve maximum productivity and 2 1 0 efficiency during assigned shift.
27. Always makes best use of time during assigned shift. 2 1 0
28. Can differentiate procedures as they pertain to different age groups and 2 1 0 proceed accordingly.
29. Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not 2 1 0 assigned; regularly helps out others.
30. Recognizes necessity for adjustments in personal schedule to accommodate 2 1 0 workload or shift coverage.

31. Perform other duties as required by supervisors. 2 1 0
32. Demonstrates reliable attendance. 2 1 0
33. Complete awareness of hospital safety/infection control/chemical 2 1 0 hygiene/exposure control/disaster policies and procedures.

34. Responsible for special duties and work assignments as designated by 2 1 0 supervisor.
35. Keep tardiness to a minimum 2 1 0
36. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. 2 1 0
37. Physically capable of handling job. 2 1 0
38. Provides orientation in the department where you are working on the days of 2 1 0 new employee orientation.

39. Ability to handle problems or situations arising during your shift of work. 2 1 0
40. Have the skills required for proper specimen collection, including patient 2 1 0 preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens.
41. Have the skills required for implementing all standard laboratory 2 1 0 procedures.
42. Have the skills required for performing each test method and for proper 2 1 0 instrument use.
43. Have the skills required for performing preventative maintenance, 2 1 0 troubleshooting, and calibration procedures related to each test performed as necessary.
44. Have a working knowledge of reagent stability, storage, and expiration. 2 1 0
45. Have an awareness of the factors that influence test results. 2 1 0
46. Have the skills required to assess and verify the validity of patient results 2 1 0 through the evaluation of quality sample values prior to reporting patient test results.
47. Have a good working knowledge of the Meditech LIS system and all 2 1 0 requirements of that system.

48. Recognizes events that could affect patient safety and act appropriately per 2 1 0 patient safety policy.
47. Any other assigned duties, as required. 2 1 0

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Federal Register Sections 493.1461 and 493.1463
• Possess a current license issued by the state in which the laboratory is located,

if such licensing is required; and meet one of the following requirements:

• A Doctor of Medicine in WV or have earned a Doctoral, Master’s or

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or/clinical LaboratoryScience, or Medical Technology from an Accredited Institution and have at least one year’s Laboratory training or experience or both in high complexity testing.

• Associate Degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited Institution.Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under 42 CFR

493.1433 published on March 14, 1990 (55 FR 9538) on or before February 281992.Grandfathered in if working for 10 years prior to 1988.

• Be licensed by the State of West Virginia as a Clinical Laboratory Practitioner.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

SKILLS

• Mentally alert and perceptive to problems that may arise through irregularities in reagents, chemicals, stains, media, and instrument malfunction.
• Adaptive and flexible to handle situations that may arise because of emergencies, changing workloads, personnel shortages, new instrumentation, and new procedures.
• Motivated to perform at high degree of efficiency and accuracy and to make decisions with independent judgment and to discuss with others solutions to problems.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance
• Effective communication skills must be able to listen, write, talk, and read.
• Ability to understand and use a computer
• Effective and courteous use of a telephone

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Good general health and good visual acuity.
• Moderate amount of walking, standing and/or sitting.
• Flexibility to work additional hours, shifts or take call in emergency situations.
• Above average manual dexterity.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to work under stress.
• For physical demands of position including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see attached Physical Demands.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25