Medical Lab Technician (MT or MLT) - Night Shift

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Inc.; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Inc. seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician (MT/MLT) for night shift in Westerville, Ohio. The ideal candidate will perform waived to highly complex testing, including hematology, microbiology, molecular, chemistry and urinalysis, using manual kits and automated systems.

Strong QA, calibration, and independent work ethic are required. Certification as MT/MLT (ASCP or equivalent) and an A.A.S.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current medical terminology related to laboratory medicine.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and testing for quality control, calibration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate and highly complex laboratory testing.
• Handle hematology, microbiology, molecular, chemistry, coagulation and urinalysis procedures.
• Operate manual kits and automated analyzers; prepare slides and specimens.
• Maintain calibration, quality control and routine instrument maintenance.
• Ensure accurate results prior to reporting.

Skills

Medical terminology

Laboratory instrumentation

Quality control

Independent work

Communication

Education

ASCP certification / MLT

A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Medical Lab Technician (MT or MLT) - Night Shift

Job Category : Ancillary

Requisition Number : MEDIC005343

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Westerville, OH, USA

Description

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs all phases of pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical testing in the laboratory and is responsible for performing routine procedures including preparing slides.

• Full Time/Benefits Eligible
• Monday- Friday - 11:00pm-7:30am
• Westerville, OH

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform waived, moderate and highly complex laboratory testing.
• Testing conducted includes hematology, microbiology, molecular, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis
• Methods include manual kit tests, fully automated analyzers and microscopy
• Testing performed on blood, urine and other body fluids
• Follow all policy and procedures established by Laboratory Director and Management team.
• Perform calibration and quality control checks for all types of instrumentation.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance on all types of laboratory instrumentation.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on all instrumentation.
• Ensure accurate results prior to reporting.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures such as preparing slides.
• Process and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
• Assist with supply inventory.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work environment.
• Collect data, prepare reports, answer correspondence and compile statistics as directed.
• Analyze proficiency testing material and submit results.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Fulfill continuing education requirement by completing written assignments or attending workshops.
• Follows OSHA guidelines
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Knowledge of current medical terminology as it relates to laboratory medicine
• Required: Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and testing to perform quality control, calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• Required: ASCP or equivalent certification as an MLT and/or A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of computer instrument interfaces
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
• Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in the laboratory field
• Ability to follow written protocols
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate clearly

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