Medical Laboratory Technician performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Being a Medical Laboratory Technician operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Additionally, Medical Laboratory Technician records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards. Requires an associate degree in laboratory technology, science or equivalent. Requires valid certification as Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from ASCP or AMT. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Laboratory Technician works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Medical Laboratory Technician typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs basic and automated diagnostic testing. Calibrates assays as required by test protocols. Performs quality control and assesses test reliability prior to reporting patient results. Troubleshoots and reports instrument malfunctions to Department Manager. Enters and verifies results in the laboratory information system classified as waived, moderate and high complexity testing under CLIA. Retrieves and reports results, including critical values to the appropriate requestor.
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Job Requirements
Education: Associates degree required.
Licensure/Certification: Board certified as Medical Laboratory Technician as defined by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or must be able to obtain certification within 6 months from hire date.
Experience: Preferred 1-2 years of previous experience as a Medical Lab Technician, preferably in a hospital environment. Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to: analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results; learn new procedures and adapt to technological changes in the laboratory; organize, prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities; solve problems and identify solutions; work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization. Knowledge of technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory; infection prevention policies and procedures and of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
Physical Requirements: Frequent standing and walking. Frequent bending, stooping and reaching. Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Good visual acuity.
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