What are the responsibilities and job description for the MLT/MLS position at Hereford Regional Medical Center?
Job Summary:
Responsible for the collecting, testing, and storing of blood. Maintains records. Supervises or performs all laboratory procedures. And all other duties assigned. Committed to excellence through the continuous improvement of the quality of services delivered. Creates and maintains a culture to continuously improve patient and employee satisfaction.
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
Responsible for quality control procedures and instrument checks daily.
Maintains adequate records on all procedures performed.
Maintains inventory.
Performs all antibody screening and identification and crossmatching procedures required in the administration of blood/blood components.
Know limits on specimen storage, reagent storage, troubleshooting.
Responsible for maintaining and using various equipment in the Laboratory.
Responsible for type/screen and crossmatches.
Verifies blood group of donor or patient following policy and procedure.
Responsible for centrifuging specimens to separate cells from sediment, serum or supernatant fluids.
Responsible for inspecting stored blood for signs of spoilage, discards expired/spoiled blood.
Crossmatches blood to determine compatibility.
Responsible for performed procedures to count and identify blood cells, coagulation studies and specialized hematologic procedures.
Notifies patient care unit or physician of critical test results immediately.
Follows standard precautions at all times.
Responsible for inoculating, cultivating, classifying, and identifying microorganisms found in body fluids, exudates, and surgical specimens.
Prepares and interprets gram stains.
Maintains adequate records on all procedures performed.
Maintains inventory.
Performs all antibody screening and identification and crossmatching procedures required in the administration of blood/blood components.
Know limits on specimen storage, reagent storage, troubleshooting.
Responsible for maintaining and using various equipment in the Laboratory.
Responsible for type/screen and crossmatches.
Verifies blood group of donor or patient following policy and procedure.
Responsible for centrifuging specimens to separate cells from sediment, serum or supernatant fluids.
Responsible for inspecting stored blood for signs of spoilage, discards expired/spoiled blood.
Crossmatches blood to determine compatibility.
Responsible for performed procedures to count and identify blood cells, coagulation studies and specialized hematologic procedures.
Notifies patient care unit or physician of critical test results immediately.
Follows standard precautions at all times.
Responsible for inoculating, cultivating, classifying, and identifying microorganisms found in body fluids, exudates, and surgical specimens.
Prepares and interprets gram stains.
Responsible for performing serological procedures on body fluids.
Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible.
Orders tests properly in computer.
Identifies the patient – using two identifiers.
Displays courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing and medical staff.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Labels all test tubes and files paperwork.
Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
Disposes all sharps in a rigid sharps container.
Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Gets supplies from Central Supply as needed.
Requires minimal supervision in performance of job duties.
Completes duties in a time efficient manner, knows how to prioritize STAT orders, ASAP orders, scheduled orders and outpatients.
Seeks guidance and direction as necessary.
Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.
Attached fax numbers as necessary
Cancel test and charges when needed
Always verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the proper patient and for the indicated test procedure.
Interacts professionally with all department members, physicians, staff, administration, and the Director of Pathology.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting.
Demonstrates ability to review test results to ensure quality control.
Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies.
Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible.
Orders tests properly in computer.
Identifies the patient – using two identifiers.
Displays courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing and medical staff.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Labels all test tubes and files paperwork.
Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
Disposes all sharps in a rigid sharps container.
Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Gets supplies from Central Supply as needed.
Requires minimal supervision in performance of job duties.
Completes duties in a time efficient manner, knows how to prioritize STAT orders, ASAP orders, scheduled orders and outpatients.
Seeks guidance and direction as necessary.
Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.
Attached fax numbers as necessary
Cancel test and charges when needed
Always verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the proper patient and for the indicated test procedure.
Interacts professionally with all department members, physicians, staff, administration, and the Director of Pathology.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting.
Demonstrates ability to review test results to ensure quality control.
Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies.
Professional Requirements:
Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Completes annual education requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion.
Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled.
Attends at least _1/2_ staff meetings annually, reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.
Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Completes annual education requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion.
Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled.
Attends at least _1/2_ staff meetings annually, reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Biological Science, and diploma from an accredited school of Medical Technology/MLT.
Licensure, Registry or Certification:
• Licensure as a Medical Technologist, Registered by ASCP, AMT, or HEW. Nationally recognized agency.
Experience:
• Prior Work Experience: One year in a medical laboratory preferred.
• Technical Training: Graduate of approved program in Medical Technology.
Language Skills:
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
Skills:
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Proficiency in use of laboratory equipment and testing.
BENEFITS:
Medical, Vision and Dental Plan
Group Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Personal Paid Time Off
Sick Pay