Bothwell Regional Health Center·Sedalia, Missouri
Perform waived, moderate, and high complexity tests across various laboratory sections including chemistry, microbiology, and hematology. Responsible for operating laboratory equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring the accuracy of patient test results.
Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave, Retirement -403B, Employee Pharmacy, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance JOB SUMMARY: The MLT/MT – Registered will work in all areas of the laboratory. Those being chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, hematology, urinalysis, blood gases, coagulation, and serology. Tests will be performed on blood, body fluids, and tissues as ordered by the patient’s physician. The MLT/MT – Registered reports directly to the Section Lead, Chief Tech or Laboratory Director. This staff position once deemed trained and competent will be responsible for performing waived, moderate and high complexity test resulting unsupervised. Medical Technologist
Education: a.) Bachelors of Science Degree including completion of an approved Clinical Laboratory Science program. Licensure/Certification: a.) MT (ASCP, AMT or equivalent) Work Experience: a.) Technically competent in trained laboratory sections and is capable of performing patient care for all age groups. Medical Lab Technician
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a.) Associates Degree in Science or Laboratory Science / Medical Laboratory Technician Clinical Program – qualified to meet CFR 493.1489 personnel requirements; able to perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing. 2.
Licensure/Certification: a.) MLT(ASCP, AMT or equivalent) or 3 months documented training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed. 3.
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Experience: a.) Technically competent in trained laboratory sections and is capable of performing patient care for all age groups.
Responsibilities/Job
DUTIES: Review all policies and procedures initially and at the time of revisions or when new procedures are offered and applicable to their job responsibilities. Will recommend improvements as warranted. Will also stay current with communication requirements from various sources (e.g., lab leadership, organizational communications, etc.). Operates all laboratory equipment as trained. Is competent with performing maintenance and calibration as necessary. Performs, monitors, and approves QC requirements as necessary. Is current with acceptable levels of CEU requirements based upon certification requirements as necessary. Performs patient testing in an appropriate manner such that the quality and accuracy of results are acceptable. Identifies and corrects problems with specimen/instruments that could adversely affect patient care. Participates and successfully passes proficiency testing requirements. Participates in special projects as required by lab leadership. Will use applicable safety devices and/or PPE’s when handling and testing biohazardous materials. Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.
REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.
Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole.
Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker.
Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts.
Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals.
Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountabilities for all actions in carrying out job duties.
Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.
Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.
Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.
Specimen collection, including patient preparation - if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation and storage of specimens. Able to apply, perform, and implement trained laboratory procedures. Able to perform each trained test method, use instruments as instructed, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration procedures related to each test performed. A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage. Apply quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory. An awareness of the factors that influence test results. Able to assess and verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results. Exhibits a positive first impression to all customers by following institutional service care standards.
Requires either a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or an Associate degree in Laboratory Science. Must hold MT or MLT certification from ASCP, AMT, or an equivalent body.
Market context
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