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Job Description - Medical Laboratory Technician MLT/MT (TEMP) (2978) Job Description
Medical Laboratory Technician MLT/MT (TEMP) - ( 2978 )
Purpose of Position
MLT - Under the general direction of the Laboratory Manager, plans, sets up, carries out and evaluates diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures. Performs phlebotomy duties.
MT - Plan, set-up and carry out a wide variety of diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures in conformance with physician's orders and established operating procedures. Follow appropriate procedures to be used and evaluate results obtained.
Description MLT Responsibilities:
- Must be courteous to patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and other employees of the organization.
- Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of laboratory activity.
- Maintains proficiency and performs diagnostic tests in blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, clinical, microscopy, and bacteriology.
- Carries out and initiates follow-up of organic and inorganic diagnostic tests.
- Draws venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients as required.
- Packages specimens with pertinent information and arranges for delivery to reference laboratories.
- Prioritizes requests according to need and condition.
- Records and checks results of tests, ensures prompt and accurate reporting to physicians and nursing units.
- Ensures proper reporting of charges and billing information.
- Completes proficiency surveys and maintains equipment calibration and maintenance.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in clinical laboratory procedures and equipment.
- Must wear facility-provided identification badge at all times.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MT Responsibilities:
- Must be courteous and professional to patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and staff.
- Responsible for assigned laboratory areas.
- Maintains proficiency and performs diagnostic tests across various laboratory sections.
- Performs blood draws and handles specimens appropriately.
- Records, files, and communicates results promptly and confidentially.
- Ensures quality control and calibration of equipment.
- Performs routine maintenance and ensures supplies are available.
- Keeps up-to-date with new laboratory procedures and technologies.
- Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
- Assists in training and orientation of new personnel and students.
- Must wear facility identification badge.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications MLT (FHS9B)
- Associate's degree in science from an accredited institution and completion of an approved medical technician internship program.
- ASCP eligible.
- Computer skills preferred.
MT (Grade FHP10BM)
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry from an accredited institution and completion of an approved internship.
- ASCP or equivalent certification required within six months of hire; HEW certification acceptable.
- Computer skills preferred.
Schedule Details
TEMP (up to 5 months), 80 hours per pay period (40 hrs/week), rotating nights 11 pm-7 am, with occasional coverage from 3 pm-11 pm, including weekends and holidays.
Organization
Falmouth Hospital Association
Primary Location
Massachusetts-Falmouth
Department
FHA-Clinical Lab