Performs laboratory tests in designated clinical areas; appropriately reports panic values; performs quality control according to protocol; performs calibration according to procedures. Performs daily, scheduled and periodic maintenance on various equipment. Assists with training of students from various colleges and technical schools; assists with the development of departmental policies and procedures; maintains procedures and quality control records in clinical areas; acts as a resource for Medical Technologists in designated clinical area. Collects blood specimens (e.g. venous, capillary, arterials [arterials limited to patients over 16 years of age], etc.) and urine specimens following proper collection procedures; performs simplates on patients over age 16; performs collections for health screens at external locations. Performs patient functions in Hospital Information System (HIS) (e.g. registrations, order entry, updates tests, prints labels, enters and releases results, etc., as stated in computer manual, etc.). Answers telephone; takes and relays messages, communicates test results. Acts a Lead Tech for all or some of the following areas: Blood Bank/Immunology , Chemistry/Arterial Gases, Microbiology/SendOuts, Hematology/Urinalysis/Coagulation. Ensure competency and training of all applicable employees in the assigned area, including information about new tests and procedures; ensure completeness of policies and procedures in the assigned area; be knowledgeable about College of American Pathologist Standards, Standards for accrediting body, American Association Blood Bank Standards as applicable to the assigned area(s) and ensure compliance with these standards; review applicable quality control in assigned area(s) on a weekly basis; review abnormal and routine results on a periodic basis; be available for consultation and problem solving in the assigned area; set standard of appropriate employee behavior, instill customer service in others, and be a mentor for MHUC’s core values; interact appropriately with the department director and supervisors to assist with the management and operation of the department.

Requirements
Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, completion of post secondary program in medical laboratory technology, training in Armed Services as Medical Laboratory Technician, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified as MLT (ASCP), required.

Shift
1st w/ every other weekend

Hours
80 per pay (Every two weeks)