Medical Laboratory Technician at Solaris Health Holdings LLC

The Villages, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Terminology, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Computer Skills, Specimen Accessioning, Quality Control, Patient Confidentiality, Regulatory Compliance, Clerical Duties, Independent Judgment, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Time Management, Hazardous Waste Disposal, Educational Participation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description GENERAL SUMMARY Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Order required testing, label, and process specimens in an accurately and timely fashion. Exercises independent judgment in dealing with procedural and technical problems. Disposes of hazardous chemical waste per regulatory guidelines. Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental rules, polices, and procedural manuals. Adherence to CAP (College of American Pathologists), CLIA (Clinica Laboratory Improvement Amendments), State Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability), Safety and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Regulations. Participates in educational activities. Maintains patient confidentiality. Performs most clerical duties in the laboratory. Accesses specimens and assures that the forms are prepared correctly for all ordered tests. Assures that specimens for referral are place in the proper place for pick-up by the reference laboratory. Performs daily start-up and maintenance procedures required for each piece of laboratory equipment and documents on the proper log that these procedures have been performed. Prepares reagents required for each test performed. Runs controls and standards as required for each test. Performs Quality Control Testing noting corrective action taken as needed. Notifies laboratory manager if a control problem cannot be solved. Monitors equipment and room temperatures daily. Performs proficiency testing as if arrives in a manner consistent with patient testing and reports results to lab supervisor. Performs all requested tests in a timely manner, given priority to “STATS.” Assists the clinic staff and physicians in retrieving patient test results or answering technical questions about tests performed. Check patients results to assure quality of reported results. Is aware of laboratory “panic” values and notifies the physician according to protocol of all values that fall within the “panic” value range. Documents correctly all work accomplished, and all results obtained. Performs other position related duties as assigned. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS ASCP certification preferred and/or as mandated by state regulations. Licensure and certifications as required by State. KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office. Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with team members, physicians, vendors, clients, and external agencies. Ability to accession specimens. Ability to work independently and manage deadlines. Ability to multi-task. Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality. Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization. Requirements EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent required. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Medical laboratory technician: 1 year (Required). REQUIRED TRAVEL N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Carrying Weight Frequency 1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66% 26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33% Pushing/Pulling Frequency 1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2% 100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2% Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33% Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2% Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33% Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine and specialized diagnostic tests as requested by healthcare staff, ensuring compliance with established protocols. Responsibilities include specimen processing, quality control testing, and maintaining patient confidentiality.