Medical Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Assistant, Outpatient Clinic, PRN

Brief Description Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Analyses test results for accuracy, acceptability and critical limits.

• Performs, verifies, and reports laboratory tests in assigned areas as per policy/procedure manuals. Is knowledgeable concerning the practices, principles, and techniques.
• Analyzes blood cells by using microscopic techniques and procedures.
• Ensures operation of analyzers and other laboratory equipment by calibrating, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Maintains inter- and intradepartmental work flow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects the organization by keeping information confidential.
• Adheres to quality control policies/procedures and assists in quality assurance. Is aware of the requirements and helps ensure proper documentation for licensure/accreditation.
• Performs tasks in an organized, efficient manner while maintaining a clean area and orderly documentation.
• Possesses a good working knowledge of the laboratory computer system relating to the position.
• Investigates abnormal or unexpected test results prior to reporting patient testing.
• Communicates test results and concepts to fellow employees, other personnel and physicians with clarity and confidentiality.
• Demonstrates procedural performance to new personnel both in theory and technical related areas. Prepares and assists in technical in services.
• Follows stringent safety guidelines requiring the use of potentially harmful infectious agents and follows and enforces the practice of universal precautions.
• Participates in proficiency testing as assigned.
• Responsible for all phases of patient testing
  - Pre-analytical, analytical, and Post-analytical.

Travel may be required and must be available to work at all CARTI locations.

• Associate’s Degree or higher plus internship in an accredited school of Medical Technology.
• Registered as a Medical Laboratory Technician through ASCP, NCA, or AMT.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
• Ability to be flexible and do what is necessary to get the job done right in a timely manner.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

• Must interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.
• Must interact and exchange information regarding patients with physicians and other departmental personnel, and outside agencies on a frequent basis while respecting the confidentiality of patient information.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

This position involves potential exposure to infectious diseases. Team members are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training.

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the…