Medical Lab Technician Cert - REIDSVILLE/North Carolina/US, United States - Cone Health

Description

Overview:
Responsible for handling, performing, evaluating and releasing results on laboratory specimens received for analysis. Includes performing all requirements relating to specimens and generating accurate, timely results and reporting.


Talent Pool:
Allied Health


Responsibilities:

Performs all processes associated with testing of laboratory specimens (pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical) on test systems according to established laboratory policies and procedures.

Performs and analyzes quality control testing and quality assurance activities to ensure accuracy of specimen testing.

Maintains and troubleshoots complex instrumentation and test systems in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ensures corrective action completed and documented according to procedure prior to release of any testing results.

Prioritizes assigned duties and workload to ensure completion meets established laboratory turnaround times.

Completes required annual competencies for test systems by specified due date. Completes annual continuing education assignments by due date. Complies with all regulatory standards and maintains a working knowledge of the standards. Maintains knowledge of, demonstrates, and adheres to hospital and laboratory safety and compliance policies and procedures.

Demonstrates effective problem solving skills. Demonstrates continual learning.

Practices effective and efficient use of supplies and reagents and actively participates in inventory control.


Qualifications:

EDUCATION:Required - Associates degree in medical laboratory technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science.
Preferred - Associates degree in medical laboratory technology.

EXPERIENCE:Preferred - six months minimum experience as a technical generalist.


LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:REQUIRED

Must have Medical Laboratory Technician certification in one of the following certifications upon hire:

• Medical Laboratory Technician with ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists)
• Medical Laboratory Technician with AMT (American Medical Technologists)