Position: Medical Technologist - Generalist
Location: Hagyard Laboratory
Reports to: Lab Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform laboratory analysis of specimens from all patients in the clinical areas of hematology, chemistry, coagulation, microbiology, and special tests using established protocol and Quality control checks.
• Provide support to all areas within the laboratory including chemistry, hematology, endocrinology, Coggins, microbiology, and administrative functions.
• Report results as required adhering to established techniques and guidelines.
• Perform daily quality control on automated equipment to assure high quality of performance.
• Assist with preventative maintenance guidelines as directed to ensure proper function and efficiency of lab equipment and instruments.
• Report inventory and laboratory material and supply shortages to appropriate department heads and order only as directed.
• Restock supplies and tools in all areas as needed daily.
• Assist in orienting and training new employees with job responsibilities and techniques.
• Provide theoretical and technical information to other laboratory personnel, techs, or veterinarians regarding laboratory data and technical requirements.
• Adhere to hospital and laboratory policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs.
• Maintain efficient and clean workspaces adhering to OSHA guidelines and laboratory policies.
• Attend meetings as required and participate in external industry related functions as directed.
• Enhance professional growth through participation in educational workshops, reading current literature, and attending educational programs.
• Complete and contribute to special projects as assigned.

PERFORMANCE ABILITIES

• Professional demeanor
• Respects confidentiality of client/patient data.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Detail oriented and able to take directions.
• Organized, dedicated, friendly and responsible.
• Punctual and low absenteeism.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATES:

Medical Technologist (MT, ASCP certified) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP certified)

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general computer software knowledge and keyboarding skills.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide telephone and reception report to lab administrative throughout shifts.
• Record receipt of specimen and create accurate lab requisitions properly labeling and distributing specimens to required departments for timely processing.
• Follow up and investigate incomplete specimen information as needed.
• Assist clients and visitors with questions and issues, referring significant issues to department head and lab supervisor.
• Prepare external/send out specimens to be performed at a reference lab completing proper forms and packaging as necessary following federal shipping requirements.

MISCELLANEOUS RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process STAT tests, critical specimens, and emergency requests as directed.
• Review and sign laboratory procedure manuals in all areas at least once annually ensuring knowledge of updated procedures and policies

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform laboratory analysis of specimens from all patients in the clinical areas of hematology, chemistry, coagulation, microbiology, and special tests using established protocol and Quality control checks.
• Provide support to all areas within the laboratory including chemistry, hematology, endocrinology, Coggins, microbiology, and administrative functions.
• Report results as required adhering to established techniques and guidelines.
• Perform daily quality control on automated equipment to assure high quality of performance.
• Assist with preventative maintenance guidelines as directed to ensure proper function and efficiency of lab equipment and instruments.
• Report inventory and laboratory material and supply shortages to appropriate department heads and order only as directed.
• Restock supplies and tools in all areas as needed daily.
• Assist in orienting and training new employees with job responsibilities and techniques.
• Provide theoretical and technical information to other laboratory personnel, techs, or veterinarians regarding laboratory data and technical requirements.
• Adhere to hospital and laboratory policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs.
• Maintain efficient and clean workspaces adhering to OSHA guidelines and laboratory policies.
• Attend meetings as required and participate in external industry related functions as directed.
• Enhance professional growth through participation in educational workshops, reading current literature, and attending educational programs.
• Complete and contribute to special projects as assigned

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles;
• May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• Ability to life more than 30lbs
• Frequently (approximately 90% of the daily work) required to use arms, hands and fingers for computer work.
• Frequently required to talk and hear while communicating in person and via the telephone,
• Frequently required to stand for long periods of time,
• Occasionally required to sit or walk