Medical Laboratory Technician I-Full Time

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

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Medical Laboratory Technician-Full Time Nights

Location: South Overland Park Campus

Job Description:

Responsible for processing, testing, and reporting results for laboratory specimens across various clinical laboratory areas. This position exercises independent judgment under general supervision, involving analytical testing of blood and human biological specimens. This role includes pre-and post-analytical work processes, maintenance of accurate laboratory records, adherence to laboratory policies and procedures, and upholding quality control practices. In addition, this position performs clinical testing in various laboratory areas such as Blood Bank, Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Hematology, and Urinalysis following standardized procedures. This role requires effective communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking for ensuring quality of patient test results, and a high level of technical knowledge applicable to department testing and clinical relevance. Responsibilities for this role include organizing work to meet established deadlines and maintaining job competence, consistently functioning in a self-directed manner and exhibiting complex problem-solving skills. May require on-call hours.

Work Hours/Shifts:

• 6x12hr Night shift with eight days off

Job Functions:

• Conducts all expected tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to hospital procedures, performance standards, and competency standards.
•  Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations as well as hospital policies.
• Performs post-analytical activities including reporting results and providing technical and support information for all age groups.
• Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and support education for clinical staff as appropriate or requested.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures.
• Adheres to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, protecting patient information confidentiality.
• Follows safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and demonstrates understanding of the Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.
• Transports hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area, completing initial and refresher training for proper handling and disposal.
• Assists in new employee training and orientation.
• Answers the telephone and performs clerical and receptionist duties to support department operations.
• Maintains workspaces in a neat, organized, and properly supplied manner, storing and safeguarding documentation and paperwork.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning and disinfection, quality control, and calibration. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned [Required]
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects the confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]
• Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, etc., and adapt to change [Required]
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing [Required]; additional languages [Preferred]
• Strong analytical, organizational, and people skills, with mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the college level [Required]
• Familiarity with a broad range of laboratory equipment including but not limited to computers, telephone, fax, copier, printers, chemistry analyzers, hematology analyzers, coagulation analyzers, urinalysis analyzers, blood bank and microbiology analyzers, glucometers, incubators, environmental hoods, monitored refrigerators and freezers, centrifuges, phlebotomy chairs, and supplies [Required]

Education:

• Associate [Required]

Field of Study:

• in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Work Experience:

• 1+ years clinical lab experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:​
• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following:
• 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR
• 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND
• Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR
• At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing; OR
• Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); OR
• Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• N/A

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

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This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.