What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Technician - Oncology position at Hartford Hospital?
Location Detail: 376 Tolland Tpk Manchester (10390)
Shift Detail: Monday-Friday
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The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering our cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services– all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology.
The Medical Lab Technician while working in our Manchester Infusion Center performs routine laboratory tests in various sections of the laboratory under the supervision of a medical technologist/ medical laboratory scientist. Responsibilities include but, are not limited to the following:
Performs, interprets, and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following protocols of the different analytes.
Reviews the results of different tests and determines patterns, trends. Reports accurate results. Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken. Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.
Provides technical education and guidance to students and staff by overseeing work performance in support of educational programs resulting in a continuous learning environment
Operates and maintains instruments in proper working order. Adheres to quality control protocols, policies and procedures. Participates in validation of new/existing assays and instruments. Troubleshoots and reports problems as needed.
Assists in the specimen processing area as required.
Qualifications
Education:
Medical Technology Certificate or Associates Degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education or experience
Certified Clinical Laboratory Tech credentialed from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred
Experience:
One year previous experience working in a clinical laboratory.
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