The Medical Technologist performs waived, moderate, and highly complex laboratory tests. Assumes responsibility for patient testing, problem-solving and quality control. Trains and orientates new staff and students. Performs special assignments as delegated.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs laboratory tests according to established protocols and procedures.
2. Operates and performs maintenance on laboratory instrumentation per established policies and procedures.
3. Performs quality control testing and documents corrective action per established policy.
4. Troubleshoots instrumentation with the aid of consulting technical services with proper documentation.
5. Follows established policies regarding accurate documentation of laboratory results in the laboratory information system, instrument records, and other quality assurance data.
6. Follows established policies regarding proper reporting and documentation of critical values.
7. Teaches/trains new employees. Assist in competency assessment.
8. Monitors inventory of supplies and orders supplies as necessary. Keeps adequate inventory. Monitors inventory so there is no wastage due to expiration of products.
9. Response to assist send out bench by assisting in appropriate test selection, researching referral laboratory specimen requirements for collection, handling, storing and shipping laboratory specimens. Able to accession specimens as necessary.
10. Implements computer downtime procedures when necessary.
11. Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibilities.
12. Organizes and prioritizes daily workload in order to complete assigned tasks in a timely fashion Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
13. Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.
14. Coordinates and cooperates with co-workers to promote a productive working environment.
15. Demonstrates effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking pertinent questions. Performs AIDET.
16. Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting up to 7 hours per day in 2 hour increments. Standing up to 5 hours per day in 2 hour
increments. Walking up to 7 hours per day in short increments. Frequently uses fingers to
manipulate small vials, pipetting, etc. Continuous use of hands for operation of laboratory
equipment and computer keyboard. Occasional lifting of boxes/equipment up to 30 pounds.
Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment. Frequent stooping/bending. Occasional crouching.
Frequent reaching above shoulder level and stretching across work area (30" depth). Hearing as
it relates to normal, high, and low frequencies. Seeing as it relates to general, far, near, color and
peripheral vision. Depth perception.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution. ASCP eligible.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
One year of clinical laboratory training.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.
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