MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST I - IP LAB TECH

Overview

Collects, prepares and handles specimens for analysis from patients of all ages. Performs laboratory testings to aid in the diagnosis of diseases.

Salary

USD $29.44-$45.64 per hour.

Benefits

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Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field.

Qualifications

Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP) required within six months of hire or equivalent certification required within one year of hire.

Experience

Prior work experience preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Moderate physical effort.

Responsibilities

• Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verifies the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values before reporting patient test results.
• Obtains blood and other body fluids from inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees, etc. as requested by authorized personnel.
• Operates hospital computer system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or credit the patient’s accounts.
• Performs preventative maintenance and follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve instrument problems.
• Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
• Demonstrates knowledge and theory behind instrumentation functions and malfunctions and decides when to use “back-up” instrument.
• Operates all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical procedures with minimal supervision.
• Assists in orientation/training of new employees as directed.
• Participates in continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory in‑services.
• Assists in overall operations of the Lab including cost effective practices and safety regulations.
• Assists manager in overall departmental operations.
• Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
• Actively participates in competency assessment process.
• Maintains cross training in at least 2 technical areas.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed by hospital policy.
• Assures compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.