Medical Laboratory Technician II

Brown University Health; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/MLT to perform routine and specialized studies on blood, urine and body fluids under supervision. The role requires rotation through clinical lab departments, adherence to safety and quality protocols, and timely completion of tasks.

Candidates should have an ASCP-aligned degree or equivalent, MLT certificate or eligibility to sit for the exam, and the ability to obtain certification within 180 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associates or higher in MLT or related field per ASCP Regulations.
• MLT Certificate required or eligible to sit for MLT exam.
• If no MLT certificate at hire, obtain within 180 days; termination if not obtained.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates respect for the dignity of patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Assists in orientation and mentoring of others.
• Performs analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision.
• Ensures proper labeling, collection, receipt and storage of specimens.

Education

Associates or higher in MLT or related field

MLT Certificate

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field; 3 years experience

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 values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

• 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.


• 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.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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


• 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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/OTHER

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  • Associates or higher, in MLT or a related field per ASCP Regulations
  
  
  • MLT Certificate
  
  

If employee does not have MLT Certificate at time of hire:

• Associates degree from MLT accredited program


• Must be eligible to sit for MLT exam


• Obtain MLT certificate within 180 days of hire


• If MLT certificate is not obtained within 180 days of hire, terminate.

OR

• Associate or bachelor’s Degree in the related field, with 3 years of experience


• Obtain MLT certificate within 180 days of hire


• If MLT certificate is not obtained within 180 days of hire, terminate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Acts as charge person assigned to provide direction, support and technical ability to others.

uPay Range:

$26.45-$38.77

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:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

24hr Weekly Evening EOH/EOW

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East