Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist - Laboratory - Evening - FT

Job Description

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing technical testing in a laboratory area (chemistry, special chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, blood bank, or hematology/coagulation). The MT/MLS performs clinical diagnostic testing to aid physicians and clinical care team in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease or disease processes
  • Performs diagnostic tests for interpretation or therapeutic intervention as requested
  • Performs varied or specialized bacteriological, serological, hematological and related examinations according to established standards
  • Completes all testing; evaluates the validity of laboratory data, and records test results
  • Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization
• Communicates the patient and health care information to the appropriate health care provider
  • Reports all critical test results or critical results to the appropriate health care provider in a timely manner
  • Communicates with physician, pathologists and clinical staff regarding test procedures and results
  • Compiles and records test results into the electronic health record
  • Communicates expectations to team members and support staff

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Education: B.S. degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent from an NAACLS accredited institution, or B.S. degree in another science field and certification as required.

Licensure: Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathology MS (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP), or equivalent certification as MT. If a new graduate, certification is required within three (3) months.

Experience: None

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Must know the theory and practice of medical technology/ medical laboratory science. Must be able to operate and perform some troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Must be able to do manual procedures if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education: None.
Licensure: Advanced certification in a specialty from ASCP.

Experience: None

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Ability to perform moderate and advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Knowledge and training on new equipment. Computer experience.