MT/MLT/MLS (Full Time, Nights) - Anderson Campus

The Medical Technologist performs waived, moderate, and highly complex laboratory tests. Assumes responsibility for patient testing, problem-solving and quality control. Trains and orientates new staff and students. Performs special assignments as delegated.

Job duties and responsibilities

• 1.
• Performs laboratory tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• 2.
• Operates and performs maintenance on laboratory instrumentation per established policies and procedures.
• 3.
• Performs quality control testing and documents corrective action per established policy.
• 4.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation with the aid of consulting technical services with proper documentation.
• 5.
• Follows established policies regarding accurate documentation of laboratory results in the laboratory information system, instrument records, and other quality assurance data.
• 6.
• Follows established policies regarding proper reporting and documentation of critical values.
• 7.
• Teaches/trains new employees.
• Assist in competency assessment.
• 8.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and orders supplies as necessary.
• Keeps adequate inventory.
• Monitors inventory so there is no wastage due to expiration of products.
• 9.
• Response to assist send out bench by assisting in appropriate test selection, researching referral laboratory specimen requirements for collection, handling, storing and shipping laboratory specimens.
• Able to accession specimens as necessary.
• 10.
• Implements computer downtime procedures when necessary.
• 11.
• Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibilities.
• 12.
• Organizes and prioritizes daily workload in order to complete assigned tasks in a timely fashion Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• 13.
• Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.
• 14.
• Coordinates and cooperates with co-workers to promote a productive working environment.
• 15.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking pertinent questions.
• Performs AIDET.
• 16.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Physical and sensory requirements

• Sitting up to 7 hours per day in 2 hour increments.
• Standing up to 5 hours per day in 2 hour increments.
• Walking up to 7 hours per day in short increments.
• Frequently uses fingers to manipulate small vials, pipetting, etc.
• Continuous use of hands for operation of laboratory equipment and computer keyboard.
• Occasional lifting of boxes/equipment up to 30 pounds.
• Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment.
• Frequent stooping/bending.
• Occasional crouching.
• Frequent reaching above shoulder level and stretching across work area (30" depth).
• Hearing as it relates to normal, high, and low frequencies.
• Seeing as it relates to general, far, near, color and peripheral vision.
• Depth perception.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution. ASCP eligible.

Training and experience

One year of clinical laboratory training.

• Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.
• Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.
• Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.
• It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.
• Thank you for your interest in St.
• Luke's!!

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