Medical Lab Tech MT/MLT/MLS/CLS - 24 36 - 7A - 7P
Company: St. Elizabeths Hospital
Location: Covington
Posted on: May 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description Understand basic principle(s) involved in
assigned procedures. Evaluates specimens for acceptability for
proper testing. Investigates and documents problems with
unacceptable specimens. Understands special handling requirements
for test results that meet outlying criteria. Performs and
documents instrument maintenance as scheduled in assigned area(s),
performs and documents calibration according to scheduled intervals
or receipt of reagents, trouble-shoots instruments as assigned by
supervisor or designee. Reports results within time limits
established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical
values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy,
records patient data and other information quickly and accurately
to ensure appropriate turnaround time andeffective retrieval
Collects specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures
for timely and accurate testing Performs and documents/records
quality control as specified for each procedures meeting
established internal and regulatory guidelines. Participates in
Quality Assurance activities to meet quality improvement standards.
Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient
specimens. Ensures all incidents that do not meet standard
operating procedures are documented in the appropriate QA software
for follow-up and investigation Cleans, organizes and stocks lab
work stations so work can be performed in a safe and orderly manner
and follows all Safety policies and procedures, i.e. personal
protective clothing, face shields, etc. Enhances professional
growth development of self, department staff, other hospital
personnel, community and students by but not limited to,
participation in continuing education and in-service training.
Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for
universal precautions and safety procedures. Safety policies and
procedures will be followed when using chemicals, blood or body
fluids, follows all MSDS requirements for any chemical or reagent,
disinfects laboratory benches, properly disposes of hazardous
waste, reports safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor.
Attends all required Safety training programs, describes his/her
responsibilities related to general safety, departmental safety and
specific job related hazards. Participates in required Fire Drills
or other safety related processes as determined by the department
or organization. Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating
knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective
barrier equipment Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education, Credentials, Licenses: Associate's Degree in a Relevant
Science with technician training program in a school
accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare/CLIA
regulation(s) and has certification from a nationally recognized
certifying agency as a Medical Laboratory Technician OR Associate's
degree in a Relevant Science with completion of a technician
training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS or MLT
eligible under Medicare/CLIA regulation(s) with ASCP Certification
ORIf Registry Eligible - Associate's Degree and has completed a
Medical Laboratory Technician training program in a school
accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare/CLIA
regulation(s) and must be certified within a year of eligibility or
be certified one year from date of hire.ORBe a high school graduate
or equivalent who successfully completed an official military
medical laboratory course of (50) weeks and have held the military
enlisted occupational specialty of (Medical Laboratory Specialist
(Laboratory Technician) with ASCP Certification.
Keywords: St. Elizabeths Hospital, Covington , Medical Lab Tech MT/MLT/MLS/CLS - 24 36 - 7A - 7P, Healthcare , Covington, Kentucky
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