Medical Lab Technician

Performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist. 

• Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes.  

• Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.  

• Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.  

• Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.  

• Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.  

• Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.  

• Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor.  

• Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist. 

• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. 

• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and procedures. 

• Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader: supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training.  

• Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.  

• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.  

• Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel.  

• Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators.  

• Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.  

• Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.  

• Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.  

• Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader. 

Education/Training: Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician. Associate degree in related field. 

Licensure/Certification:Current license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician as required by Alabama Department of Health. Certified in area(s) of laboratory where assigned. 

Experience:None