Medical Laboratory Technician - Milford, United States - The Lab at Seascape

Description

Job Title: Medical Lab Generalist

Department: Laboratory Services

Direct Supervisor: Laboratory Supervisor

Classification: Full-Time

Pay Range: $24-28/hr DOE

General Summary

Under the general supervision The Lab at Seascape Administration Team and the Direct

Supervisor, the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) comprehends and follows

established procedures for collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis.

The MLT shall perform procedures in one or more of these technical disciplines that

require limited independent judgment: chemistry, microbiology, immunology, hematology,

immunohematology and molecular diagnostics. The MLT shall perform and document QC

procedures; review QC data and maintain records as outlined in the Clinical Laboratory

Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and other relevant state and federal regulations. The

MLT shall recognize unexpected results and instrument malfunction and take appropriate

action. The MLT shall maintain and prepare reagents. The MLT shall perform scheduled

and unscheduled instrument maintenance. The MLT shall provide laboratory information

to authorized sources. The MLT shall demonstrate laboratory technical skills to other

laboratory personnel, as directed.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities

Perform all tasks according to established policies and procedures. Verify patient identity

throughout the entire testing process. Operate in compliance with all section accreditation

standards and state/federal licensure. Per protocol, perform all required quality control and

maintenance procedures with complete and accurate documentation. Take appropriate

action in accordance with laboratory protocols when QC/instrument/equipment problems

are encountered, including, but is not limited to: attempting repairs in consultation with The

Lab at Seascape Administration team, calling support hot-lines, and initiating back up

procedures. Perform all assigned proficiency testing per written protocol.

Call all critical/significant values as soon as available and document action per protocol.

Complete all QC/PI/QA assignments within the requested time as assigned. Complete

Online Variance Reports within 72 hours, as needed.

Follow through on all tests, procedures, or tasks left from the previous shift, and report any

incomplete assignments to ensure continuity of procedures, including reviewing and

resolving all incomplete and/or un-received work logs throughout and at the end of each

work shift to minimize work left for the next shift. Communicate all necessary information to

ensure work is completed without interruption of service. Consult with the lead tech,

supervisor, or pathologist prior to releasing test results whenever test findings are

inconsistent with the clinical picture or whenever difficulties with the procedure are

encountered and are unresolved. Identify, investigate, and communicate appropriately all

unusual/unexpected results or situations.

Embrace a safety culture by ensuring all Infection Control/Safety protocols are always

followed. Ensure adequate staff is on-site prior to departure at the end of each shift. Arrange

for appropriate coverage whenever changing individual schedules and obtain prior approval

from appropriate Lab at Seascape Administration team member(s). Immediately notify

appropriate Lab at Seascape Administration team member(s) of any inappropriate conduct

on the part of any other Lab at Seascape employee or sub-contractor.

Demonstrate fiscal responsibility by utilizing all supplies appropriately to avoid

wastage. Recognize low inventory situations and alert appropriate personnel in a

timely manner. Inventory and/or order section supplies to ensure adequate stock is

available as assigned by/or in the absence of the supervisor or lead tech. Replace all

supplies used during the shift to ensure volumes are sufficient for the following shift

and properly disposes of waste. Respond to changes in workload as necessary;

continually using time to departmental advantage.

Remain up to date with changes to clinical and best-practices as they relate to

medical laboratory technical skills, by actively seeking and engaging in professional

learning opportunities including review of the literature and/or participation in trainings

and certification programs.

Assist coworkers with any difficult procedures/problems, including heavy workload.

Perform other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

Minimum Education & Experience

Associate in Science in medical laboratory technology or 52-week military training certificate OR Senior Bachelor of Science student in Medical Technology, with successful completion of on-campus courses and currently participating in clinical laboratory rotations.