MLS Microbiology PRN Days (every other weekend)

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Performs tests in various departments of the laboratory.

REPORTS TO

• Director—Laboratory

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: NO

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree Required

Degree: Degree from an accredited college offering an NCCLS approved Medical Laboratory Science program or completion of a clinical lab training program

License/Certification Required: Certification as an MLS by ASCP, AMT or AAB

Minimum Work Experience: 4 years of medical technology experience preferred, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Is able to multitask, handle stress appropriately, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well with others and consistently displays a courteous, professional attitude in all situations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures
• Documents and reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures: Verifies accuracy of results before reporting results. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens. Follows established guidelines for resolving patient specimen problems.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor: Accurately analyzes and evaluates QC results obtained before accepting and reporting patient test results. Records results obtained for quality control testing as defined in test procedure.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required
• Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments
• Produces consistent quality results while maintaining a large quantity of work.
• Meets deadlines and turn-around times for test results, preventative maintenance.
• Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Assures standards are met related to calibrations, documentation, etc.
• Demonstrates reliability and speed in reporting, spec processing, calibrations, etc.
• Effectively manages technical aspects of work areas.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Foster and encourage principles of C/FCC to include: communication, education, orientation, and implementation of C/FCC actions and projects.
• Acts as a resource for test-related issues for technicians, phlebotomists, secretary and other medical staff, as appropriate.
• Creates a productive work environment as related to expectations, interruptions, schedules, etc.
• Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.
• Minimizes costs in supplies, time and training to product test results by following established procedures and taking care to “do it right the first time”.
• Minimizes costs in equipment repairs, repeat work, QC, etc. by following established procedures and taking care to “do it right the first time”.
• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.   

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