PRN- MLT

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a PRN Medical Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis, following quality control, QA, and calibration procedures to meet CLIA standards.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen collection, labeling, and prompt transport to the lab with appropriate safety practices and confidentiality. AAS degree in clinical lab science and current BLS/ASCP credentials support candidacy.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Clinical Lab Science & Technology required.
• BLS (AHA) licensure/certification required.
• ASCP MLT certification expected or required.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification and ensure two identifiers.
• Collect blood and non-blood specimens for testing.
• Perform venipunctures and capillary punctures using aseptic technique.
• Ensure specimen integrity and proper labeling/transporter handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Customer service

Education

Associates Degree in Clinical Lab Science & Technology

Job description

Position Title PRN- MLT

Position Summary / Career Interest: Performs various laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, coagulation and urinalysis. Obtains quality results by following policy and procedure for quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, calibration and calibration verification to ensure CLIA standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification with verbal communication between patient and phlebotomist ensuring two patient identifiers.
• Collects blood and non blood specimens such as urine, sputum, throat or nasal swabs for laboratory testing.
• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures using aseptic technique and in accordance with the department policy and procedure.
• Identifies, labels, handles and transports specimens to the lab for testing to ensure turnaround times of 60 minutes for STAT and 4 hours for Routine.
• Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintains specimen integrity.
• Performs test analysis for test systems in which competency has been completed, including proficiency testing.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Observes all hospital isolation, safety and emergency management procedures.
• Pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical factors are evaluated prior to releasing patient results.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control and quality assurance policy and procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting when errors and variances occur and ensures remedial action takes place prior to releasing patient results.
• Operates and maintains test equipment by following preventative maintenance schedules and troubleshooting instrument error codes.
• Orders unit supplies to maintain inventory of unit’s equipment stock and supplies.
• Responsible for order entry through the electronic medical record/database.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective positive and professional working relationships with patients, families, healthcare team, and co-workers.
• Provides great customer service using appropriate professional and ethical behavior.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
• Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Education & Experience

Required Education and Experience: Associates Degree in Clinical Lab Science & Technology

Licensure & Certification

Required Licensure and Certification: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA); Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP)

Job Details

Time Type: Part time

Job Requisition ID: R-42670

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.