MT/Medical Laboratory Technician. Samaritan

Description 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 operationsWhat You Will DoAccurately and efficiently performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes for laboratory testingMaintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment according to manufacturer’s instructionsPerforms 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 proceduresMaintains and demonstrates competency assessment in assigned areaTakes responsibility for self-developmentCompletes all assigned mandatory assignments within allowed timelines.Additional ResponsibilitiesAbility to keep organizedDisplays initiative to perform job dutiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to multi-taskInitiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.Effective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively within role independently and with other team membersKnowledge 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.Qualifications Benefits include: \n· Competitive hourly rate \n· Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience \n· Sign-on bonus $3,000 Two Installments: 1st @ 90days; 2nd @ 1 yr \n· Tuition reimbursement after six months \n· Ashland University Discount \n· Career Ladder Progression\n \n Education\n\nAssociate's Degree An associate degree in a biological or chemical science (Required)\n\n Work Experience\n\nless than 1 year Entry level (Required)\n\n Licenses and Certifications\n\nMedical Lab Technician (MLT-ASCP) MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent preferred (Preferred Upon Hire)\n\n Physical Demands\n\nStanding Occasionally\nWalking Occasionally\nSitting Constantly\nLifting Rarely up to 20 lbs\nCarrying Rarely up to 20 lbs\nPushing Rarely up to 20 lbs\nPulling Rarely up to 20 lbs\nClimbing Rarely up to 20 lbs\nBalancing Rarely\nStooping Rarely\nKneeling Rarely\nCrouching Rarely\nCrawling Rarely\nReaching Rarely\nHandling Occasionally\nGrasping Occasionally\nFeeling Rarely\nTalking Constantly\nHearing Constantly\nRepetitive Motions Frequently\nEye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently\n\n Travel Requirements\n\n10%\n