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- Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
- Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness. Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
- Performs and documents calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments and equipment.
- Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol.
- Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing.
- Provides general direction, training, competency review and technical l assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
- Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes.
- Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or
- Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year.
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or
- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field
- No experience required
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Will occasionally be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday.
- May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and/or infectious agents.
- Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
- Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
MLS/Med Tech - Rosemont, United States - Advocate Health
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