Medical Lab Technician Full Time Evenings Brookwood Hospital

Baptist Health; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Laboratory Technician to join their team. In this role, you will perform essential laboratory testing under the guidance of experienced Medical Technologists, ensuring the highest quality of results and patient care. Your responsibilities will include executing routine tests, maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards, and actively participating in laboratory improvement programs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in a supportive environment, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and laboratory efficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician.
• Current license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician with ASCP.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing and report results accurately.
• Maintain compliance with quality control and safety procedures.
• Communicate critical results and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Specimen Collection

Computer System Proficiency

Infection Control Practices

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Position Summary

Performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes. • Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability. • Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. • Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions. • Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies. • Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver. • Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor. • Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader: supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training. • Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required. • Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. • Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel. • Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. • Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. • Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader. Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader: supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training. • Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required. • Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. • Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel. • Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. • Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. • Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader. Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader: supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training. • Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required. • Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. • Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel. • Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. • Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. • Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader.

Qualifications

Education/TrainingGraduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician. Associate degree in related field.

Licensure/CertificationCurrent license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician with ASCP.

ExperienceNone.