Testing

• Process specimens for analysis.
  • MLTs perform Moderately Complex, or Waived tests; perform High Complexity testing with the oversight of a Medical Laboratory Scientist, or with result review by a Supervisor/Manager.
  • MLSs perform High Complexity Testing without direct supervision.
• Meet established testing protocols for precision, accuracy, and timeliness 
• Recognize critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follows-up according to established protocols and factors that affect measurements and results to initiate the necessary solution.
• Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and act as outlined in predetermined protocols.
• Engage in test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.

Organization and Maintenance

• Perform and document quality control according to established protocols. 
• Inform supervisors or pathologists of any incidents.
• Operate and maintain equipment and perform minor repairs.
• Enter patient demographic and test information into the information system.
• Honor patient confidentiality.
• Monitor and maintain supplies.

Knowledge

• Maintain knowledge of techniques, principles, instruments, their interrelationships, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Assist with training and orienting new employees, students and residents.
• Create a safe work environment by following all biohazard, chemical, and sharps safety guidelines.
• Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies, procedures, methods, quality assurance, proficiency testing, and personnel policies.
• Follow procedures for the collection and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample.
• Follow all compliance guidelines.

Communication

• Engage with laboratory and hospital customers & peers professionally, courteously, and timely.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and independent judgment.