Medical Laboratory Technician - FT Nights

Avem Health Partners; Stroud (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician for FT Nights. This role involves performing critical laboratory tests across various disciplines, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality standards in laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's Degree in Science and MLT-ASCP Certification. Join a team that values professional growth and excellence in patient care while making a significant impact on healthcare outcomes. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Qualifications

• Must have MLT-ASCP Certification.
• Generalist skill set in various laboratory disciplines required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests in hematology, toxicology, microbiology, and chemistry.
• Collect and process patient samples for clinical analysis.
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure quality control.

Skills

Hematology

Toxicology

Microbiology

Immunology

Chemistry

Patient Safety

Education

Associate's Degree in Science

Tools

Hematology Equipment

Urinalysis Equipment

Coagulation Equipment

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician - FT Nights

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Job Purpose

Perform laboratory tests in hematology, toxicology, microbiology, immunology, and chemistry. This position is responsible for collecting and processing patient samples and performing clinical laboratory analysis at all complexity levels for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Any position that involves direct patient care is considered safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners’ standards.

Essential Functions Include But Not Limited To

• Process laboratory specimens and report results in all areas of the clinical laboratory.
• Maintain laboratory records.
• Perform routine and stat laboratory assays.
• Perform qualitative urine analysis; color, clarity, specific gravity.
• Ensure patient safety and reduce medical/health care errors during patient care activities.
• Maintain quality results through running standards and controls, verifying equipment function, and monitoring quality control measures.
• Operate hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation equipment; perform manual differentials.
• Properly collect blood culture specimens, perform moderate complexity organism identification, and report findings.
• Ensure compatibility of blood/blood components through proper collection, labeling, and processing for reference testing.
• Keep the laboratory sterile and organized.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards

• Support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model.
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior.
• Maintain a courteous and respectful attitude towards colleagues and clients.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations professionally and discreetly.
• Be accountable for professional practice.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Stay current with industry literature and best practices.
• Seek educational and professional growth opportunities.
• Act as a preceptor if requested.
• Maintain excellent attendance and participate in meetings and training.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Education/Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Science.
• Generalist skill set in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, ABGs, Urine Microbiology, Spot Testing, and Blood Banking.
• Proficiency with computers.

Licensure/Certifications

• MLT-ASCP Certification required.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations if needed.
• Visual and auditory abilities required.
• Prolonged standing, walking, pulling, and reaching are necessary.