Medical Lab Technician
PeaceHealth
- Ketchikan, AK
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collects, processes and performs a variety of moderate and high complexity tests on specimens and complete all documentation for pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic activities.
- Maintains equipment and records, monitors tests and procedures to perform quality assurance activities related to test performance.
- Gives direction and guidance to phlebotomy and specimen management teams, may assist with department orientation for new caregivers and students
- Consults with clinicians, supervisor and other caregivers as appropriate on test results, requirements and testing protocols.
- Maintains appropriate records for specimens, tests and data. Utilizes computer systems in reporting and documenting analysis.
- Participates in department in-services and continuing education programs, attending lectures, workshops and video presentation as required. Participates in required competency assessment and proficiency testing activities. Provides active (CAP, HIPPA, etc.) support.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory staff or as delegated by Laboratory Medical Director.
- Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician from an accredited laboratory training program or equivalent education as defined by CLIA 42CFR493.1489
- Program or institution must be accredited by a regional or national accreditation agency.
- 2 yearsâ experience performing high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory department preferred.
- New graduates will be considered.
- Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) required within one year of date of hire.
- Ability to recognize and ensure validity of abnormal patient and/or QC results for testing.
- Working knowledge of specimen collection, preparation, and test requirements and factors affecting test interpretation in responding to inquiries
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office programs
- Mathematical ability to calculate fractions, percentages, ratios, proportion measurements and apply practical algebra
- General understanding of laboratory equipment to calibrate and do minor repairs
- On-call may be required
- Required to perform phlebotomy at least 10% of the time.