MLT / MLS

Job Description

Job Description

Position : MLT / MLS

Department : Diagnostic

Hours : Full-Time / Monday- Friday

Job Summary

General Lab : Coordinates and performs various chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic test in a prompt manner within QC guidelines. Evaluates reports and review all sample data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in a timely manner. Evaluates all sample / data for specimen integrity, validity of results, instrument functions, reagent reactivity and investigating any discrepancy with documentation of resolution including QCC, as needed, utilizes computer for order communication functions at all levels. Assists in maintaining adequate inventory. Executes and documents QC program and proficiency testing with interpretations. Orients and instructs new employees and MLT students. Maintains knowledge and skills through continuing education programs. Takes immediate need disciplinary and preventive maintenance on various analyzers in designated areas with required resolve any problems. Observes all safety guidelines in compliance with safe work practices. Performs all duties in a high touch manner to enhance the image of South Central Regional Medical Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Core Duties :

• Performs, documents and reports qualitative and quantitative laboratory tests in a prompt manner including internal and external proficiency testing and quality control.
• Evaluates all samples for specimen integrity checking data for validity of results, instrument functions, reagent reactivity and investigating any discrepancy with documentation of resolution including QCC, as needed.
• Operate, troubleshoot, perform electronic checks and preventive maintenance on various analyzers in designated area, documenting as required and obtaining service as needed.
• Maintain adequate supply of reagents and materials in the work area by checking in supplies and keeping all areas stocked, informing the supervisor of need to reorder.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, per protocol, within the QC / QA program, notifying the supervisor of any discrepancies and documenting all necessary data.
• Orientation instruction and coordination of new employees and MLT students in policies, procedures, and practices required by this facility.
• Assist health care personnel to resolve any conflict concerning laboratory tests or personnel documenting entire episode including QCC report and promptly informing the supervisor.
• Performs specimen collection as needed, responding promptly.

Utilizes hospital computer system for order communication functions at all levels covered by security code to include verification.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

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