EXCEPTIONAL HEALTHCARE is Hiring a Medical Laboratory Technician(MLT) - PRN, Day Shift Near Prescott, AZ
No COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements*
Position Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic testing that are intended to assist in improving the overall status of patients providing accurate laboratory results to medical staff. The laboratory technologist is actively involved in promoting safe, quality care for all patients. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates proper performance of skills reflected and validated by the lab tech competency checklist
Performs diagnostic tests in accordance with the lab policies and procedures
Performs quality control, maintenance, and proficiency testing on all laboratory equipment and test kits in accordance with manufacturers recommendations
Performs a variety of lab tests based on laboratory scope of service
Documents and maintains accurate records on all laboratory equipment and patient specimens and results
Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the facility and imposed by all regulatory organizations
Maintain a quality, clean work environment in the lab setting
Ensure personal appearance is clean and neat
Responsible for wearing identification on upper part of uniform when in the facility
Attend all required meetings and in-service education
Responsible for complying with all compliance standards including annual MedTrainer competencies, and annual skill fair competencies
Remain flexible in staffing patterns and staffing resolutions when conflict arises
Participates in the team environment
Demonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessary to promote safe patient care
Compliance with all attendance standards
Promote quality lab reporting in accordance with state, federal, CLIA, and COLA regulations
Remains compliant with HIPAA, OSHA, and EMTALA regulations
Safety and Infection Control:
Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and facility policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials
Customer Service:
Gives care that demonstrates the concierge level service taught at this facility
Goes the extra mile for patients when they are in our care
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills
Maintains confidentiality of patient related issues in accordance with HIPAA standards
Treat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respect
Utilize effective communication methods and skills
Explain/ educate on all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriers
Able to perform care in non-judgmental manners and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs
Qualifications:Education & Experience:
Graduated with a minimum a Bachelor’s degree in appropriate sciences
Current MLT/ MLS license
Preferred ASCP certification
Experience with moderate complexity lab in a healthcare setting
Basic Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
Ability to effectively present information to patients/ families/ team members
Ability to perform med math calculations/ height and weight calculations
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to problem solve with multiple variables in situations
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills/ charting system knowledge
Ability to perform multiple QC’s/ testing based on order and lab capabilities
Certifications/ Licensing:
Current unencumbered MLT/ MLS license
ASCP preferred
Physical Demands:
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, reach, stand, walk, pull, push, lift, and able to exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a clinical/ clerical nature
The physical demands for this position include: adequate vision, hearing, and repetitive motions
Substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and/ or fingers in a repetitive manner
Use of feet and legs and/ or hands and arms in a repetitive manner
Bending legs downward and forward by bending leg and spine
Standing, particularly for sustained periods of time
Raising objects from a lower to higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position
Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion
Work Environment
Well lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor clinical setting with adequate ventilation