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    Medical Lab Technician I - Tucson, United States - Sonora Quest Laboratories

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    Description

    Primary City/State:
    Tucson, Arizona


    Department Name:
    Microbiology-BUMCT


    Work Shift:
    Day


    Job Category:
    Lab


    POSITION SUMMARY


    This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision.

    Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor.


    CORE FUNCTIONS

    • Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing. Responsible for startup, calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation. Exercises independent judgment and can identify appropriate resources in performance of assigned duties utilizing knowledge and skills. Demonstrates comprehension of theory and clinical relevance of testing. Demonstrates problem resolution and decision making skills for routine operational and technical problems. Demonstrates knowledge of computer systems used in the department and can perform basic troubleshooting of computer problems. Demonstrates awareness and complies with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements related to area of responsibility.
    • Recognizes and ensures validity of abnormal patient and/or QC results for testing. Ensures accuracy of test results. Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures. Demonstrates appropriate resolution and follow through for problem solving identified during testing. Promotes and consistently meets department standards for productivity and quality.
    • Ensures the appropriate use of supplies and materials and assists with inventory management. Ensures efficient utilization of reagents and supplies. Recognizes and provides input towards opportunities for improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity, and improve service.
    • Self-directed and motivated to contribute to projects identified by the supervisor, with the completion of a minimum of one project per year. Seeks out opportunities to identify projects relating to department needs. Active in training and competency of laboratory personnel. Performs well in supervisor's absence and provides guidance on issues relating to pre-analytical, waived and non-waived testing. Completes training module for newly hired/transferred personnel.
    • Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively and accurately with internal and external customers. Participates in the resolution of communication issues. Knows and utilizes appropriate resources for increased levels of problem solving. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills. Promotes positive communications that enhances teamwork. Attendance and participation at staff meetings.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    None


    DIRECTLY REPORTING
    None


    MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING
    Clinical Laboratory Assistants (CLAs), Phlebotomist

    TYPE OF
    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    N/A


    SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY
    Primarily departmental responsibility, Involved in interdepartmental communication and activities. Internal Customer - Employees of the system. External Customer - Nurses, physicians, office personnel, and vendors.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

    Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.

    Use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds.

    Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires use of personal computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Associate's Degree in medical laboratory science, OR
    • Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical or biological science, OR
    • Have successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist. Military must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
    • Basic Computer skills.
    • Students may be hired at the job title equivalent to their future certification under the following conditions: Student is enrolled in a clinically recognized program (MLT), student's clinical rotation in the core area must be completed prior to working in that core area and student must complete the MLT program within one year of hire.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • MLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB)
    • Additional related education and/or experience
    DATE APPROVED 11/05/2019

    EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

    Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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