Med Lab Tech II

Job Summary

Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria. Performs duties under minimal supervision.

Other: Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.

Contacts: Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Technical Procedures: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality - accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
• Instrumentation: Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary.
• Information Handling: Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actions appropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
• Communication/Customer Service: Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments - accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate. Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Compliance/Safety: Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills

Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.

Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints. Must be able to use standard office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. Requires the ability to communicate clearly.

Work Demands/Environment

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a laboratory environment. Normal laboratory environment. Ability to read and comprehend. Fast paced, high traffic work environment which may be interruptive and stressful. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Education

ASCP or NCA registered - Required

A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology, or Associates degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training - Required

In lieu of an Associates degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP or NCA.

Must be able to use standard office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals - Required

Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation - Required

Performing patient phlebotomy - Required

Minimum Degree Required

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Associate's Degree (Community College, MBO)