What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician I | Laboratory | Full-time position at Providence Medical Center?
Job Summary We are looking for a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician/Medical Technologist to perform routine and special laboratory tests with a focus on accuracy, quality control, and compliance with safety protocols. This role involves performing a variety of laboratory functions, from test analysis to equipment maintenance, while ensuring that results are accurately reported and communicated to healthcare providers.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Testing:
- Perform routine and special tests in hematology, chemistry, serology, blood bank, urinalysis, bacteriology, parasitology, and coagulation.
- Assist with bone marrow and fine needle aspirate procedures.
- Recognize test inconsistencies and take corrective actions, seeking help from senior staff when necessary.
- Communicate critical test results promptly to physicians or nurses.
Quality Control & Calibration:
- Run quality control tests and maintain accurate records.
- Take corrective action when quality control results fall outside acceptable limits.
- Perform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot lab instruments.
- Document actions taken to resolve issues and report unresolved problems to the Director.
General Laboratory Support:
- Perform specimen collection and processing as needed.
- Support the operation of the clinical lab in the absence of the Director.
- Ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficient operation of the laboratory.
- Assist in inventory control and supply requisition.
- Participate in quality assurance activities.
- Cover emergency call as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Laboratory Services.
Competencies
- Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, procedures, and techniques.
- Basic knowledge of various specialty laboratory fields (e.g., blood typing, testing, cross-matching).
- Familiar with anatomy, physics, and principles of equipment operation.
- Ability to handle and send specimens to reference labs.
- Strong communication skills and patient care knowledge.
Qualifications
Education:
- Minimum of an associate's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science.
- ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized certification preferred.
- Categorical certification will restrict the individual to the discipline in which the certification is held.
