University Hospitals
Medical Laboratory Technician/Med Lab Scientist Portage
University Hospitals, Ravenna, Ohio, United States, 44266
Job Description - Medical Laboratory Technician/Med Lab Scientist Portage (25000B70)
Medical Laboratory Technician/Med Lab Scientist Portage - ( 25000B70 )
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:
Competitive hourly rate
Sign on bonus
A Brief Overview Follows laboratory policies and procedures to perform high and moderate complexity testing. Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory support functions. Demonstrates clear communication with team members to optimize laboratory operations
What You Will Do
Accurately and efficiently performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes for laboratory testing
Maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Performs and evaluates all required quality control assessments as described in departmental policies and procedures prior to reporting patient results.
Evaluates results of laboratory tests according to laboratory protocols to ensure quality patient care.
Documents all laboratory activities according to policies and procedures
Maintains and demonstrates competency assessment in assigned area
Takes responsibility for self-development
Completes all assigned mandatory assignments within allowed timelines.
Additional Responsibilities
Ability to keep organized
Displays initiative to perform job duties
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multi-task
Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
Knowledge of standard laboratory policies and procedures, safety practices, and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; Requirement specific in CLIA '88 to perform high complexity testing. (Required) or
Bachelor's Degree in other field (Required) and
Associate's Degree in clinical laboratory science and certification by ASCP or equivalent are also acceptable (Required)
Work Experience less than 1 year Entry level (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
Medical Lab Technician/Scientist (MLT-ASCP) MLS (ASCP) certification or equivalent preferred (Preferred Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
Standing Occasionally
Walking Occasionally
Sitting Constantly
Lifting Rarely up to 20 lbs
Carrying Rarely up to 20 lbs
Pushing Rarely up to 20 lbs
Pulling Rarely up to 20 lbs
Climbing Rarely up to 20 lbs
Stooping Rarely
Kneeling Rarely
Crouching Rarely
Reaching Rarely
Handling Occasionally
Grasping Occasionally
Feeling Rarely
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Frequently
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently
Travel Requirements 10%
This position is part of an established career ladder. Appropriate title and pay will be assigned based on Education and Experience.
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Medical Laboratory Technician/Med Lab Scientist Portage - ( 25000B70 )
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:
Competitive hourly rate
Sign on bonus
A Brief Overview Follows laboratory policies and procedures to perform high and moderate complexity testing. Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory support functions. Demonstrates clear communication with team members to optimize laboratory operations
What You Will Do
Accurately and efficiently performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes for laboratory testing
Maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Performs and evaluates all required quality control assessments as described in departmental policies and procedures prior to reporting patient results.
Evaluates results of laboratory tests according to laboratory protocols to ensure quality patient care.
Documents all laboratory activities according to policies and procedures
Maintains and demonstrates competency assessment in assigned area
Takes responsibility for self-development
Completes all assigned mandatory assignments within allowed timelines.
Additional Responsibilities
Ability to keep organized
Displays initiative to perform job duties
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multi-task
Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
Knowledge of standard laboratory policies and procedures, safety practices, and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; Requirement specific in CLIA '88 to perform high complexity testing. (Required) or
Bachelor's Degree in other field (Required) and
Associate's Degree in clinical laboratory science and certification by ASCP or equivalent are also acceptable (Required)
Work Experience less than 1 year Entry level (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
Medical Lab Technician/Scientist (MLT-ASCP) MLS (ASCP) certification or equivalent preferred (Preferred Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
Standing Occasionally
Walking Occasionally
Sitting Constantly
Lifting Rarely up to 20 lbs
Carrying Rarely up to 20 lbs
Pushing Rarely up to 20 lbs
Pulling Rarely up to 20 lbs
Climbing Rarely up to 20 lbs
Stooping Rarely
Kneeling Rarely
Crouching Rarely
Reaching Rarely
Handling Occasionally
Grasping Occasionally
Feeling Rarely
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Frequently
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently
Travel Requirements 10%
This position is part of an established career ladder. Appropriate title and pay will be assigned based on Education and Experience.
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