Lab Med Tech

Talented Medical Solutions; Peridot (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Lab Med Tech. This role involves performing laboratory tests, maintaining quality control, and collecting specimens. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years experience and be certified as a Laboratory Technician. The position demands effective communication and skill in laboratory equipment use. Competitive pay and continuous education opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Registered with American Society of Clinical Pathologists or American Medical Technologists required.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests and procedures.
• Reviews quality controls in testing.
• Prepares and affixes labels to specimen vials.

Skills

Skill with the technologies and methods used in testing blood

Ability to use effective communication

Skill in handling all kinds of laboratory equipment

Education

Registered Laboratory Technician certification

Tools

Ortho 7600

Sysmex 1000

Epic EMR

Job description

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Job Summary

Lab Med Tech
Shift options: 3(12)s or 7 on 7 off. 7 on 7 off consists of 3(12)s and 4(10)s. BLS and 2 years exp and ASCP

Type: Full-time, Contract

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years\' exp req

Must be a registered Laboratory Technician with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or American Medical Technologists

Type of equipment: Ortho 7600, Ortho 5600, Ortho Vision, Sysmex 1000, Sysmex CA600, ID Now, Clinitek Advantus, MedTox, iStat, Bactec

• Automated Medication dispensing system: Unknown per dept
• EMR (Epic, Cerner, etc): RMPS
• Performs a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to determine presence of normal and abnormal components; performs blood group, type and compatibility tests, studies cells and morphology
• Performs and reviews quality controls in testing; decides if results are within acceptable ranges, researches problems and corrects.
• Participates in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of instruments, proficiency testing as assigned; quality control testing and data analysis
• Prepares solutions, stains, reagents and other equipment and supplies as required for the completion of tests and examinations
• Reviews reports, accessions logs, computer generated reports and other information produced in the clinical laboratory to ensure legibility, accuracy and timely delivery
• Establishes and controls testing site to ensure that environmental conditions are appropriate including, but not limited to, temperature, humidity, air circulation, sample volume/content and/or suitability
• Maintains professional knowledge and proficiency in Medical Technology through continuing education programs and mandatory staff meetings and in-service training
• Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports of tests, analyses and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions
• Collects blood specimens as ordered by venipuncture and capillary puncture in accordance with all safety and infection control procedures
• Greets patients and provides instructions to patients and patient’s family on proper specimen collection and aftercare
• Prepares and affixes labels to specimen vials to ensure proper identification
• Participates in departmental orientation, on the job training and quality assurance programs/initiatives
• Participates in a variety of department and hospital educational programs to maintain current skill and competency levels; identifies and discusses performance or training needs with Supervisor
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skill with the technologies and methods used in testing blood
• Ability to look into the details and getting apt results from the tests performed
• Ability to meet the assigned task within time
• Ability to use effective communication
• Skill in handling all kinds of laboratory equipment

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extent.
• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry.
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner with patients, employees, visitors and vendors.
• Display respect and understanding of all individual’s personal and cultural beliefs, values, ideas and contributions in a supportive manner.
• Communication is vital between associates, patients, and visitors by fostering fairness and by using terms our patients/families and associates can understand.
• Provide the utmost in customer service to both patients and fellow associates.
• Comply with San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation policies and procedures

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Medical Practices