What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Emergency Department position at MEP Health?
Role Overview: A Clinical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing laboratory testing in a hospital emergency setting, ensuring specimen quality and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate specimen acceptability based on quality standards
- Conduct routine and complex testing following departmental protocols
- Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
- Prepare and assess reagents and controls; document quality procedures
- Report test results accurately and promptly to support patient care
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
- At least one year of clinical laboratory testing experience or MLS degree
- Preferred certifications include ASCP or AMT
- Experience in hospital microbiology is advantageous
- Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and computers
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills