What are the responsibilities and job description for the MLT position at Covenant Health?
Medical Lab Technician , General Laboratory
Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift
$3K Sign-on bonus for experienced candidates, $2K sign-on bonus for new graduates
LeConte Medical Center Overview
LeConte Medical Center is a part of Covenant Health, our region’s top-performing healthcare network and is a 79-bed community hospital located in the heart of Sevier County. We’re a full-service, not-for-profit hospital delivering modern medicine and compassionate care to the growing Sevier County community. LeConte offers a full range of health services, including top-tier specialists, a modern ER, and a beautiful Women’s Center. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/about-leconte-medical-center/ .
Position Summary
The MLT performs routine and specialized clinical lab tests for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by physicians.
Responsibilities
Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience
None
Licensure Requirement
State license or eligible
Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift
$3K Sign-on bonus for experienced candidates, $2K sign-on bonus for new graduates
LeConte Medical Center Overview
LeConte Medical Center is a part of Covenant Health, our region’s top-performing healthcare network and is a 79-bed community hospital located in the heart of Sevier County. We’re a full-service, not-for-profit hospital delivering modern medicine and compassionate care to the growing Sevier County community. LeConte offers a full range of health services, including top-tier specialists, a modern ER, and a beautiful Women’s Center. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/about-leconte-medical-center/ .
Position Summary
The MLT performs routine and specialized clinical lab tests for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by physicians.
Responsibilities
- Performs all routine and specialized lab tests trained for as assigned.
- Runs, maintains and or repairs laboratory equipment.
- Performs and documents quality control samples in assigned work area.
- Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments.
- Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains according to standard formulas and procedures.
- Answers phones, responds to physician inquiries regarding lab results.
- Maintains required records, reports, statistics, logs, files to comply with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
- Performs all functions of a Sr. lab assistant as required.
- Receives or collects specimens; organizes and prioritizes work duties. Identifies and labels specimens.
- Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience
None
Licensure Requirement
State license or eligible