The Clinical Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing various routine laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease while maintaining all of the Standards of the Laboratory and the Corporation, as well as regulatory agencies.
Responsibilities:
May perform all tasks of Laboratory Technician, producing and interpreting accurate results in an efficient manner..
May participate in laboratory coverage on shift basis -- evening, night, and/or on call shifts.
Performs trouble-shooting problems with equipment.
Performs record keeping as demanded of the job.
Performs examinations, smears, biochemical tests, serological testes and other necessary tests to identify micro-organisms.
Receives and plants cultures; performs and reads gram stains as needed.
Performs tests for processing blood, determines blood types, cross matches blood and does blood groupings.
Performs a complete urinalysis and additional related tests required.
Performs EKG's, EEG's and Holter Monitor hook-ups; if applicable.
Performs blood tests, studies morphology of blood constituents and performs various coagulation tests.
Performs routine chemical tests on blood specimens and other body fluids.
Prepares samples as necessary to be shipped to System and contract reference facilities and local labs.
Operates and calibrates various instruments and calculates test results accordingly.
Performs daily maintenance as required on all laboratory instrumentation.
May assist with post-mortum care, if applicable.
Operates computers and printers.
Uses and monitors quality control programs within predetermined parameters.
Performs venipunctures and other pre-testing patient preparation.
Performs other routine tests and prepares necessary reagents in various areas (i.e., Serology, Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, and Urinalysis).
May function in one area of laboratory and perform certain specialized tests and/or use special equipment in that area.
Maintains work area in a clean, safe and orderly manner.
Must be knowledgeable in safe disposal of physical and chemical hazards.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education
Associate Degree in Medical Technology or a related science required
Licenses & Certifications
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required; or
Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through the National Certifying Agency (NCA) required; or
Achievement of a passing score on the HEW Proficiency Examination for Clinical Laboratory Personnel required
State licensure required, if applicable, and must be maintained
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Knowledge of laboratory procedures, testing methodologies, and quality control practices
Ability to perform laboratory testing accurately and efficiently
Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and infection control practices
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to maintaining professional competency and regulatory compliance
Numbers & Facts
Location
Harlan, Kentucky
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Biochemistryunmatched
Blood Bankunmatched
Cardiac Monitoringunmatched
Chemistryunmatched
Clinical Laboratoryunmatched
Clinical Pathologyunmatched
Coagulationunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Disease Treatmentunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrocardiogramunmatched
Electroencephalography (EEG)unmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Hematologyunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Instrumentationunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Laboratoryunmatched
Laboratory Techniquesunmatched
Laboratory Testingunmatched
Microbiologyunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
On Callunmatched
Physical Chemistryunmatched
Printersunmatched
Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Quality Control Methodologyunmatched
Quality Monitoringunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Testingunmatched
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