Medical Lab Tech

The US Oncology Network; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Retailer discounts

Job summary

The US Oncology Network in Ocala, FL is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform specimen analysis, maintain instruments, and execute quality control procedures to ensure accurate results. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen handling, and coordinating out-of-house testing as needed.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate degree in medical technology or laboratory science and 3–7 years of experience; state licensure as required by the position.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in medical technology or laboratory science.
• Current state license if required.
• AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
• 3–7 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection as ordered.
• Assist with special procedures as needed (e.g. bone marrows).
• Follow procedures for specimen handling, testing, and recordkeeping; send to reference labs when needed.
• Perform specimen analysis of Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment with regular maintenance.
• Document QC activities, calibrations, and instrument maintenance.
• Participate in proficiency testing at least annually.
• Prepare peripheral blood smear and perform WBC differential.
• Record results and chart patient data in systems.
• Identify and address test system issues, document corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory and prepare reagents; restock as needed.
• Ensure confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Proficiency testing

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in medical technology or laboratory science

Current state license (if required)

Job description

Why work for us

We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

Overview

We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

SCOPE: Is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
• Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).
• Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results. Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house. Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
• Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
• Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators and reagents.
• Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
• Prepares peripheral blood smear and performs complete WBC differential.
• Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment
• Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance. Processes specimens for send-out testing.
• Follows the laboratory's policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviates from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Verifies all critical results and documents with accurate follow-up.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing. Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as needed.
• Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
• Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.
• Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Complies with applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean working environment. Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree in medical technology or laboratory science. Current state license if required. AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred but not required. Position requires 3-7 years experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires significant interaction with management, staff and external auditors and clients. Work will require frequent travel by air or automobile, approximately 70% of workweek, on average.