Medical Lab Technician
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GENERAL SUMMARY
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The Medical Lab Technician, under direct departmental supervision and established policies, procedures, and regulations, performs/assists various technical procedures or drug preparation, maintenance, or exams. Reports to department leadership.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs, assists and accountable for various clinical laboratory test procedures.
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Perform computer entry of laboratory orders and test results.
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Ensures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation.
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Exercises professional judgment in the performance of laboratory procedures.
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Provides patient care essential to laboratory procedures.
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Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and reports to provider.
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Performs all other duties as assigned.
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LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
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MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
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Required Education and Experience
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Completion of an (National Commission for Health Certifying Agencies) accredited / approved two-year program which included successful completion of a supervised clinical internship is required at the time of hire.
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Three to six months of work experience necessary to become familiar with a variety of laboratory testing procedures are used in resolving technical problems required.
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At time of hire, a record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required.
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Continuous certification and/or maintenance of state licensures, certifications, training, educational and application requirements is required during employment.
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Preferred Education and Experience
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry, mathematics, hematology, and serology.
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Analytical skills necessary to interpret routine tests and recognize abnormal test results.
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Ability to interpret standard guides and procedures used in resolving technical problems.
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Possess basic computer knowledge for the registration of patient demographics, test order entry and result retrieval.
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Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and empathetic team player who takes initiative.
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Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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Excellent time management skills, able to shift priorities and able to work independently and problem solve in a fast paced, fluid environment.
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Possesses strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills as well as, the ability to interact with and build collegial relationships with diverse individuals.
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Demonstrates skills necessary to effectively communicate clinical data to physicians and other health care providers.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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