Medical Technologist (MLT-MLS) PRN AVALA Hospital RH401

Summary

Performsstandard laboratory testing for a specialty surgical hospital in order to aidin the treatment of patients and improve patient outcomes. Work is performedwith a considerable degree of independence in the application of clinicallaboratory knowledge and techniques and requires judgments in monitoring testprocedures quality control and test interpretation. Work is performed under the supervision ofthe Laboratory Administrative Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performslaboratory testing with CLIA waived moderate and high complexitydesignations.
• Showsproficiency in venipuncture and finger sticks.
• Resultsout laboratory testing in a timely manner.
• Assistswith interpretation of laboratory results when needed.
• Assistswith laboratory inventory including ordering of supplies if needed.
• Rotateson-call every 2-3 weeks as schedule requires.
• Reportscritical lab values to the appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Teachesroutine procedures and orients staff to laboratory services
• Knowledgeableof criteria of collection and processing of send out labs.
• Performsproficiency testing monitors records and maintains quality control.
• Assistswith and reports infection control as needed.
• Maintainsand calibrates lab equipment; cleans lab according to OSHA and CLIAregulations.
• Providestest results to requesting clinicians.
• Abilityto troubleshoot and resolve common issues with laboratory analyzers andequipment.
• Reportsany complex issues / problems to the laboratory manager / director.
• Recognizesage specific lab values. Incorporates agespecific parameters into interpretation of lab values.
• Knowledgeof the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to the area(s) of work.
• Knowledgeof laboratory equipment instrumentation and terminology.
• Thoroughknowledge of exposure control and universal precautions.
• WearsPPE as indicated.
• Knowledgeof the basic physiological processes being monitored and how medical laboratoryscience is applied.
• Abilityto make accurate observations and written reports of test results.
• Abilityto understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Abilityto effectively communicate with staff and clients.
• Otherduties as assigned.

Core Competencies

ActionOrientation - Targets and achieves results overcomes obstacles acceptsresponsibility establishes standards and responsibilities creates aresults-oriented environment and follows through on actions.

Communications - Communicates well both verbally and in writing. Effectively conveys andshares information and ideas with others. Listens carefully and understandsvarious viewpoints. Presents ideas clearly and concisely and understandsrelevant detail in presented information.

Creativity / Innovation - Generates novel ideas and develops or improves existing and new systems thatchallenge the status quo takes risks and encourages innovation.

CriticalJudgment - Possesses the ability to define issues and focus on achievingworkable solutions. Consistently does the right thing by performing withreliability.

CustomerOrientation - Listens to customers builds customer confidence increasescustomer satisfaction ensures commitments are met sets appropriate customerexpectations and responds to customer needs.

InterpersonalSkills - Effectively and productively engages with others and establishestrust credibility and confidence with others.

Leadership - Motivates empowers inspires collaborates with and encourages consensus when appropriate. Focuses team members on common goals.

Teamwork - Knows when and how to attract develop reward and utilize teams to optimizeresults. Acts to build trust inspire enthusiasm encourage others and helpresolve conflicts and develop consensus in creating high-performance teams.

Professional Requirements

Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification Requirements

(CR.1c) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification at a minimum the Program direct-care staff must have one (1) hour of education specific to the Program scope initially and at least annually thereafter.

(CR.1e) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification staff possess adaptability to processes as related to up to date best practices collaboration between departments compliance with protocols / processes communication cooperation and exceptional customer service.

Within 90 days of hire or if currently employed within 90 days of signing the job description must adhere to :

Regulatory Requirements

Skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this jobthe employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is veryactive and requires some repetitive motion standing walking bendingkneeling and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift or move itemsweighing up to 50 pounds.

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Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Hospital Experience,Laboratory Procedures,Phlebotomy,Conflict Management,Microbiology,Quality Control,Laboratory Techniques,Sales Support,Toxicology Experience

Employment Type : Gig

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1