MLT/Phlebotomist- CHI HS Community Care Clinic

Department: Clinical

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Clinic Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision, conducts routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in treatment and diagnosis of diseases.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Safety Sensitive Role:

• Yes

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare specimens for microscope examination using standard techniques and equipment.
• Perform testing and reports test results in urinalysis, hematology and chemistry.
• Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.
• Prepare slides as necessary for microscopic analysis in hematology.
• Analyze test results for accuracy, acceptability and critical limits.
• Follow quality control policies and documents quality control activities.
• Maintain instruments and equipment.
• Call critical values to providers per policy.
• Resolve pending reports at end of shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Observes laboratory and hospital policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in related field preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited MLT program required.
• Eligible for ASCP or AMT certification required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Disclaimers:

• This job description reflects EngageMED’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• Critical features of this job are listed above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.