Travel Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - $1,931 per week in Charleston, SC

Job Title: Medical Tech II Profession: Medical Tech Specialty: - Duration: 14 weeks Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Not Required License: ASCP, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS. Certifications: B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelor's degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training. Must-Have: - Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation. - Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize. - Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information. - Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, and computer terminals. - Performing patient phlebotomy is required. Description: Performs routine and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies, and procedures. Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed. Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory. Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information. Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public, and all other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the lab's definition of quality: accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. Verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data, and takes appropriate action per policy. Performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, and assists with the upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste. Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable timely and accurate test results. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument quality control, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands the theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary. Responsible for proper use of information systems according to policies/procedures in ordering, receiving, canceling tests, and reviewing/verification of results. Documents all actions appropriately in the information system. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies. Communicates information to coworkers, other departments, and supervisors accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff. Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required. Work Demands/Environment: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range required. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique. Exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, infectious materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment. Fast-paced, high traffic work environment which may be interruptive and stressful. May be required to work weekends and holidays based on the needs of the department.