JGH MLT

• Demonstrates effective communication skills

• Associate degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school
• High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License OR Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school

• One (1) year general laboratory experience

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned, following outlines in procedure manuals. This includes Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology and Coagulation, Serology, etc.
• Identify and label all specimens received/collected.
• Record and report findings as required. Call all values that are flagged as critical to a responsible caregiver following Laboratory procedure. Fax reports when indicated if phlebotomist/clerk is not available.
• Perform quality control according to established policy.
• When performing phlebotomy procedures, assure that appropriate care is provided utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of the patient – neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric
• Assess data reflective to the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. Provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• May assist in supervising students during their clinical training
• Care for and maintain supplies, equipment, facilities, and work areas as required/directed. Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and apparatus. Calibrate equipment. Alert supervisor to defective equipment, supplies, materials, etc. Document maintenance. Perform cleaning duties as required
• Understand and perform specimen-collecting techniques. Judge the adequacy of submitted specimens and request another specimen if necessary.
• Record all test results with accuracy. Include information regarding abnormal appearance of specimen
• Identify and/or flag all abnormal results and panic values and call to proper personnel following Laboratory procedure.
• Maintain all required records, report, statistics, logs and files. Report inventory to Lab Manager. Rotates stock as needed. Unpacks supplies and store appropriately.

• Light lifting
• May stand for long periods of time

• Demonstrates effective communication skills
• Ability to adapt to change

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United States of America (Non-Exempt)

JAX Jackson General Hospital

112 JAX Clinical Labs

• 122 Pinnell St
• Ripley
• West Virginia

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.