Medical Lab Technician

SSM Health at Home, WI; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a laboratory technician to perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses. The role involves conducting various tests, confirming results, and maintaining equipment while ensuring quality control and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
• Confirms the accuracy of test results and reports findings to physicians.
• Maintains competencies and continuing education to stay informed of new developments in the field.

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, performs routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. Performs chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
• Assesses specimens for correct handling and quality.
• Confirms the accuracy of test results and reports findings to physicians.
• Operates complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
• Performs periodic maintenance and assists with the calibration of instruments.
• Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
• Maintains competencies and continuing education to stay informed of new developments in the field.
• Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.