Laboratory - MLT

Cynet Health; Chariton (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Chariton, IA seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for a 13-week assignment in the Laboratory - MLT role. Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, you will perform clinical laboratory procedures, quality assurance, and instrument maintenance, contributing to accurate patient test results.

The position requires an Associate Degree in Medical Technology and ASCP certification within one year of hire, plus math and strong English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires ASCP certification or equivalent within one year of hire.
• Must have strong math, reasoning and college-level language skills.
• English reading, writing, speaking clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory procedures and quality assurance.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments with preventive maintenance.
• Call critical test results to physicians or nurses according to criteria.
• Prepare and review test reports for clerical accuracy and clinical indications.
• Perform specimen collection and processing as needed or assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct with staff and patients.
• Adhere to department safety practices and infection control policies.
• Participate in quality-control data documentation and corrective actions.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning

English proficiency

Abuse Reporter Certification

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Laboratory - MLT

Profession: Medical Laboratory

Specialty: Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technologist

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30 PM - 5:00 AM

Hours per Shift: 10.5

Experience: Minimum 0 years

License: Associate Degree in Medical Technology

Certifications: ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized Medical Technology certification required within one year of hire.

Must-Have: Mathematical skills, Abuse Reporter Certification within 6 months of hire, reasoning and language skills at the college level, ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well.

Description:Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, performs clinical laboratory procedures, quality assurance, and instrument maintenance.Maintains cooperative working relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel.Performs a variety of general laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.Performs routine and special laboratory tests in accordance with the requisition of physicians.May perform clinical tests in any one or combination of areas of specialization.Demonstrates the ability to maintain confidentiality and a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, patients, and visitors.Exhibits satisfactory job performance despite the stress of a hospital work environment.Incorporates Mission, Vision, and Core Values into the department and ensures that departmental employees adhere to these.Wears appropriate attire for the position and displays a nametag.Maintains regular and predictable work attendance.Performs routine and special laboratory tests accurately.Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action.Provides assistance to laboratory co-workers in resolving similar problems.Seeks help from the Laboratory Manager as needed.Calls critical test results to physicians or nurses immediately according to established criteria.Prepares test reports clearly and accurately.Initials and dates own work performed.Reviews reports for clerical accuracy and clinical indications.Performs quality-control tests and maintains appropriate data recording.Analyzes quality-control data and takes appropriate corrective action when results are outside acceptable limits.Documents actions taken during quality control processes.Holds patient results until out-of-control situations are resolved.Reports unresolved situations to the Laboratory Manager.Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments.Observes and follows department preventative maintenance schedules.Documents all instrument checks, preventive maintenance routines, problems, and corrective actions taken.Recognizes, analyzes, and takes corrective action to resolve instrument or clinical problems.Provides assistance in the resolution of similar problems when needed.Reports unresolved instrument or clinical problems to the Laboratory Manager.Performs clerical functions associated with the laboratory area.Helps maintain files pertinent to the laboratory area.Contributes to general laboratory functions and institutional needs.Performs specimen collection and processing duties as needed or assigned.Attends regular department staff meetings and in-service training.Observes laboratory and hospital policies, procedures, and safety practices.Keeps the work area neat and clean, and restocks daily supplies.Assumes a leadership role in routine daily activities of the section as assigned.Maintains equilibrium in stressful situations.Participates in departmental "on-call" schedule which requires a 30-minute response time.Performs other related duties as assigned.May be assigned responsibilities for coordinating educational activities.Assists the Laboratory Manager in inventory control and requisition of supplies.Assists the Laboratory Manager in quality assurance activities.Demonstrates the ability to understand and follow directions.Capable of working with minimal supervision.Displays dependability and responsibility.Other duties as assigned.