Capital Diagnostics Laboratory is seeking a professional and efficient individual for it's chemistry/hematology department. Interested and serious candidates must have medical lab experience and MLT certification.
Position Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Reports to: Lab Manager
Job Status: Full-Time
Position Summary: Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Responsible for operation of the laboratory.
Essential Functions:
Perform technical laboratory functions including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and immunology.
Report test results following clinic protocols alerting providers and/or nurses about abnormal results.
Ensure quality control in collecting specimens, ensure appropriate sampling and maintain accurate record keeping.
Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies. Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.
Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
Serve as a back-up to the Lab Manager as needed. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications and tests.
Knowledge of medical laboratory safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.
Knowledge of medical laboratory equipment uses and maintenance.
Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Communication – Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patients and others needs while following office policies and procedures.
Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
Positivity – Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.
Teamwork – Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.
Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Education and
Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s Degree or higher preferred
Medical laboratory experience required
Certification and Licensure:
MLT, ASCP, CPT or AMT certification required
Work Environment:
Environmentally controlled laboratory environment
Frequent exposure to bodily fluids
Possible exposure to infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a laboratory and medical office environment
May wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves or a mask
Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public
Physical Demands:
Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying and speaking
Occasional sitting, reaching, bending and stooping
Frequent use of computer, keyboard, copy and fax machine and phone
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Laboratory experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person