Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job duties

1. Performs and completes all tests according to departmental procedure manuals within established turnaround times; prioritizes tasks appropriately 2. Handles specimens according to departmental guidelines including unacceptable

specimens and specimens for transport to reference labs.

• 3.
• Records and reports testing data according to department guidelines.
• 4.
• Performs and records required quality assurance/control data, recognizes outliers and takes corrective action as necessary 5.
• Performs and reports proficiency tests as assigned 6.
• Observes and abides by all mandated safety policies in performing duties.
• 7.
• Performs instrument troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance as required and/or assigned.
• 8.
• Observes reagent and supply inventories, including expiration dates and reports re-order needs to the supervisor or person responsible for supply ordering.
• 9.
• Performs phlebotomy duties as needed.
• 10.
• Performs specimen triage duties as needed 11.
• Demonstrates initiative and makes good decisions in situations not covered by policies.
• 12.
• Accepts and delivers constructive criticism in a positive manner.
• 13.
• Interacts with and assists with training of students in laboratory.
• 14.
• Performs additional duties as assigned