Medical Laboratory Technician (CASUAL/PRN)

Asct; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Casual/PRN Medical Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of essential responsibilities, including performing PCR testing, specimen processing, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to quality improvement, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field. Join a team dedicated to excellence in patient care and laboratory services.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or CLIA-compliant science credits required.
• 2 years of formal study in Clinical Laboratory Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning specimens and performing PCR testing and Urinalysis.
• Using, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Training others and participating in quality improvement programs.

Skills

PCR Testing

Specimen Processing

Analytical Procedures

Quality Control

Patient Interaction

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

CLIA-compliant Science Credits

Tools

Sunquest LIS

Bactec

GeneXpert

IRIS

Film Array

Job description

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician (Casual/PRN)

Nemours Children's Health has an opening for a Casual/PRN Medical Laboratory Technician or MLS student with sufficient laboratory experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Accessioning specimens and lab orders, performing PCR testing (GeneXpert and Film Array), Urinalysis testing, specimen plating, and processing positive and blood cultures.
• Performing analytical procedures using manual and automated methods across various clinical laboratory methodologies, including manual/visual plate-reading, microscopy, analyzers, and rapid tests. Must perform calibration, quality control, and statistical calculations, understanding concepts like linearity and standard deviation as they apply to analytical testing.
• Ordering, accessioning, monitoring test statuses, and reporting results, ensuring accuracy in patient identifiers, specimen quality, and order appropriateness. Ability to interpret specimen requisitions and worksheets, verify information such as patient ID, lot numbers, and expiration dates.
• Using, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory equipment, including performing startup and shutdown procedures. Responsible for equipment performance and liaising with technical representatives for maintenance and repairs.
• Collecting specimens from patients, including assisting in procedures like bone marrow aspirates, following infection control procedures, especially in isolation rooms.
• Transporting specimens following proper procedures.
• Reviewing technical and administrative procedures, staying informed about updates, and consulting supervisors as needed.
• Managing supplies and inventory, recording key parameters, and retrieving supplies as required.
• Responding to phone inquiries, demonstrating good customer service when interacting with physicians, staff, patients, vendors, and inspectors.
• Following safety policies, including chemical hygiene and infection control, and using personal protective equipment appropriately.
• Training others such as students, residents, or new employees as assigned.
• Participating in quality improvement programs.

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree or CLIA-compliant science credits required; preferred: 2 years of formal study in Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Ability to work collaboratively, with strong communication skills and relevant experience.
• Preferred: Experience with Sunquest LIS, Bactec, GeneXpert, IRIS, Film Array, and Urinalysis (Iris).