Medical Technologist I - Full time MLT

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people\'s lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks Of Working At Fisher-Titus $5,000 Sign-on Bonus offered plus benefits! Hours of Work - Full time, Dayshift Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area\u2019s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. General Summary Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Essential Functions Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures. Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing; investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens; organizes workload for maximum efficiency; ensures correct patient encounter is used for each test. Verifies accuracy of results before reporting; performs testing on all proficiency testing specimens in accordance with policy. Reports test results in a timely manner, including statistics, aberrancies, critical values, and other special requests as defined by policy; ensures turnaround times meet Chest Pain and Stroke Accreditation standards. Follows established quality control procedures and reports discrepancies to supervisor; performs QC analysis and records results as required. Performs daily, weekly, monthly maintenance on instruments and equipment; calibrates equipment; maintains supplies and documents temperatures as required. Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens; follows chain of command if unresolved. Complies with universal precautions and safety procedures; wears appropriate protective equipment; reports hazards; disposes of hazardous waste properly; maintains hand hygiene; stores personal devices as required. Performs phlebotomy (venipunctures, fingersticks, heelsticks) as needed; performs hand hygiene; identifies patients according to policy; uses wristband scanning and specimen labeling per procedure. Attends safety trainings; completes required education and competencies; maintains department standards and professional conduct; adheres to department scripting and customer service expectations. Demonstrates respect and maintains confidentiality; communicates professionally; participates in team goals and quality assurance projects; supports lean process improvements and the Fisher-Titus Way philosophy. Maintains work area; ensures supplies are available; supports orientation of students and new staff as needed. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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