Job Description Summary
The Laboratory Technician/Technologist performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures. We are seeking candidates with an Associate's Degree in a relevant science preferred, four (4) months’ clinical laboratory internship preferred, and Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification or eligibility.
Job Description
1. Test Performance
1. Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
2. Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing.
3. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens.
4. Organizes workload for maximum efficiency in order to complete tests being performed.
5. Accurately performs tests as ordered on specimens received.
6. Verifies accuracy of results as those belonging to the corresponding specimen before reporting results.
7. Collects data as required by supervisor on unacceptable specimens and specimens without orders or with ambiguous orders.
8. Notifies Microbiology supervisor or designee of any preanalytical, analytical, or post-analytical variances.
9. Handles specimens according to appropriate storage temperature requirements and as per laboratory procedures.
2. Test Result Reporting
1. Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
2. Reports results within time limits established for test procedures.
3. Documents proper notification process required in the reporting of all critical values.
4. Follows the established policy on correcting results, including notification and documentation of corrective actions taken.
5. Notifies the Infectious Disease provider or primary care provider regarding Microbiology alerts in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
6. Notifies the Infection Control Nurse or designee regarding Microbiology alerts in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
7. Notifies the Massachusetts State Laboratory Institute regarding reportable diseases in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
3. Quality Control
1. Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate Supervisor.
2. Performs appropriate quality control for the test procedure.
3. Accurately analyzes and evaluates QC results obtained before accepting and reporting patient test results.
4. Records results obtained for quality control testing as defined in test procedure.
5. Notifies Supervisor of discrepant QC results.
4. Maintenance
1. Performs daily, weekly, monthly or as needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
2. Documents performance of maintenance procedures for the instrument/equipment.
3. Performs calibration of equipment according to scheduled intervals or receipt of reagents.
4. Documents calibration of equipment.
5. Troubleshooting
1. Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur.
2. Follows established guidelines for troubleshooting procedures.
3. Documents steps taken during the troubleshooting process.
4. Notifies Supervisor when unable to solve problems.
6. Safety Procedures
1. Consistently adheres to established Laboratory and Hospital policies for Universal Precautions, Chemical Hygiene, and Safety procedures.
2. Wears Laboratory coat, gloves, goggles, and protective devices as required when handling specimens.
3. Reports any safety hazards to the appropriate Supervisor.
4. Properly disposes of contaminated and hazardous waste materials.
7. Communication
1. Consistently communicates with the Microbiology team to ensure that daily work is completed.
2. Assists coworkers when main bench duties are completed.
3. Assists with specimen processing during lunch breaks to ensure continuous flow of work.
8. Competence
1. Demonstrates competence in assigned work areas according to section schedule and skill mix.
2. Completes assigned CAP surveys with acceptable results in all skilled areas.
3. Participates in continuing education programs sponsored by Professional Organizations.
9. Work Area Maintenance
1. Maintains work area — cleans bench, restocks supplies, and notifies Supervisor of low stock.
2. Assures that supplies are sufficient for ongoing testing.
10. Training
1. Actively participates in the orientation and training of new employees and students in laboratory procedures and policies.
2. Acts as a resource for new employees/students, acclimating them to the organization.
11. Technology
1. Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
12. Safety Awareness
1. Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
Minimum Education - Preferred
Associate's Degree in a relevant science preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
Four (4) months’ clinical laboratory internship preferred.
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification or eligibility required.
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