Medical Laboratory Technician

Rhode Island Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a capable Medical Laboratory Technician to perform a wide range of analyses on blood, urine, and other body fluids under supervision. The role emphasizes independent judgment, adherence to procedures, and quality control to support accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include rotating through laboratory departments, mentoring staff, and maintaining proper specimen labeling and handling.

Qualifications

• ASCP or other certification preferred.
• Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision.
• Assists in orientation of others and mentoring.
• Rotates through two or more lab departments as required.
• Follows quality control protocols to ensure proper instrument function and specimen handling.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures and ensures safe, courteous service to patients.

Skills

Quality control

Instrument maintenance

Specimen handling

Policy adherence

Proficiency checks

Mentoring

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

ASCP certification preferred

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under the technical supervision of a pathologist, Technical Supervisor and administrative supervision of the Administrative Laboratory Director, performs a wide variety of routine and specialized studies on blood, urine and body fluids samples as requisitioned by a physician, to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, following established standards and practices. Independent judgment, professional education and certification are required.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
• Must possess good communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently and possess good judgement, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
• Performs analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision.
• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
• Demonstrates an understanding of relative hospital and departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by hospital and where they are located.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• 1. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• 2. Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution or a high school graduate or equivalent with successful completion of an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).

ASCP or other acceptable Certification agency preferred

EXPERIENCE:

1-3 years preferred. Successful rotation through all clinical laboratory departments or its equivalent. Requires three months clinical training and on the job training to become familiar with the hospital's policy and procedures and to become proficient in all phases of the job requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• May be assigned to a specific department in the lab or may rotate in a minimum of two or a maximum of all departments
• Comply with established standards and practices/procedures. Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks in conformance with established policies and standards
• Follows established protocols for quality control procedures to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures.
• Recognize instrument malfunction and out-of-control test results and take corrective action.
• Make sure specimens are properly labeled, collected, received and stored properly for future reference and then properly discarded.
• Adhere to all established Laboratory policies and procedures
• Complete proficiency and competency checks as well as read and sign new and revised policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Assemble supplies and equipment and assure proper functioning and cleanliness of equipment and work area.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range: $24.46-$35.83

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type: Varied shifts between 0600-0700, weekends and holidays required

Work Shift: Day

Driving Required: No

Union: 1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East