What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL LAB TECH CERT position at UAB Health System?
To perform, check accuracy and report results of routine and moderately complex lab procedures on body tissues, fluids and other substances as specified by lab supervisor. To perform reagent preparation, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance with assistance from a Medical Technologist, Medical Lab Technician Lead or Supervisor.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Receives and prepares specimens for analysis by establishing specimen identity. Documents any
deviation from positive patient identification detected during the preparation, testing and reporting of
the specimen. - Ensures suitable specimens are received and verifies specimen integrity. Performs pre-analytical
steps to prepare specimens for analysis according to established protocols. Responsible for any
special preparation, testing and storage requirements. - Performs one or more classification of tests: chemical, microscopic, microbiologic and other
classifications according to established safety and technical protocols. Prepares and uses proper
standards and controls to ensure quality data. - In conjunction with technologists, troubleshoots controls, instruments and other problems as
needed. Documents actions including the use of secondary and down-time. Works in a steady,
efficient manner such that an appropriate number of procedures are performed in a specified
timeframe with minimal repeats. - Verifies test results as needed after review for clerical accuracy, clinical compatibility and order
accuracy. - Operates instruments (mechanical, optical, photometric, automated, etc.) according to established
test and quality control protocols. Performs and documents routine function checks and calibrations
on instruments as required to assure proper operation before and during performance of tests. - Performs and documents preventive maintenance on instruments and equipment as specified by
supervisor and instrument protocols. Tests and documents quality control checks on reagents,
instruments and procedures. - Assists in monitoring supplies including dating and storing new reagents as received, observing
expiration dates, checking new reagents before use, and maintaining reagent log and control
systems. - Performs other duties as assigned.
Hourly Pay Range: $21.80 - $35.45
Associate's degree in a related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Students in a related associate's degree program must obtain degree within nine (9) months from date of hire to classification. Must be certified as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or with the American Medical Technologists (AMT) within fifteen (15) months of hire date. Depending on the unit/department or if the position works directly with patients, Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required or required to be obtained within 30 days of employment.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493, amcdew@uab.edu .
Salary : $22 - $35
