Medical Lab Tech MLT

Overview

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs and evaluates complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic and bacteriological analysis. Ensures communication of test results as appropriate.

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (ASCP) – within 1 year required.
• Medical Technologist (MT) (AMT) – within 1 year required.
• Medical Technologist (MT) (ASCP) – within 1 year required.
• Certification must be current; certifications available through ASCP or AMT.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Lab Technology mandatory.
• Relevant work experience in clinical laboratory required.

Performs testing in the clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in laboratory to include storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimens and perform analytical tests. Performs testing accurately, safely and within established time periods. Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to laboratory protocols.

Maintain laboratory supply inventory. Perform various Quality Control and Quality Assurance procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations and protocols. Evaluates acceptability as associated with department testing. Communicates information with internal and external customers as appropriate in an accurate, timely, effective and professional manner. Recognize problems that require additional troubleshooting, perform troubleshooting or seek additional assistance as appropriate.

Successfully participates in all accreditation and other proficiency testing and annual performance competencies. Develops educational materials and shares knowledge. Consistently shares any information obtained from external sources with co-workers. Educates students and new staff in assigned section. Assists with writing, evaluation, revisions and implementation of policies and procedures. Complete Continuing Education as required by Lab policy and to maintain certification if applicable.

Follows and maintains familiarity with laboratory and organizational policies and procedures. Reviews as required. Able to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Performs testing accurately, safely and within established time periods for routine, urgent and stat testing. Performs testing in the following areas of the clinical laboratory:
Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, and Microbiology including specimen processing and Molecular assays. Manual and automated equipment will be used to perform analytical tests including but not limited to:
Manual WBC and body fluid differentials, manual body fluid cell counts, specimen dilutions, gram stains, and antibody identification and titers. Performs related duties in the laboratory to include processing, storing and labeling specimens. Recognize test result or instrument function problems that require additional troubleshooting, perform troubleshooting or seek additional assistance as appropriate. Communicates information with internal and external customers as appropriate in an accurate, timely, effective and professional manner.

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