Medical Lab Technician I - Bloodbank Weekend Nights

Overview

Works under the supervision of the Manager. Medical laboratory Technicians are responsible for the procurement of blood and analytical evaluation of blood and other body fluids.

All tests must be performed with accuracy and precision. Medical Laboratory Technicians must have working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation including operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

They must perform and record data from quality control procedures. Medical Laboratory Technicians are expected to participate in the education program of the laboratory and must have the ability to make decisions and solve problems.

The scope of patient care ranges from neonatal to geriatric patients.

Qualifications

Credentials : Essential :

Essential :

Med Lab Tech - Will consider if certification eligible, but must be certified with 12 mos of start date.

Education : Essential :

Essential :

Associate Degree

Other information :

Experience : None required. Demonstrates standards of performance (ownership, teamwork, communication, compassion) that support patient satisfaction and principles of service excellence.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Individual will possess commensurate combination of education, experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. - The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

1. Procures specimens and performs, and evaluates waived, moderately complex and highly complex laboratory analysis on blood and other body fluids.

2. Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting procedures.

3. Performs quality control and proficiency testing procedures.

4. Assists Medical Technologists with investigating problems and unusual situations, recommends solutions.

5. Utilizes Medical Center and laboratory computer systems in performance of daily tasks.

6. Participates in the Education Program both within and outside the lab to ensure the highest degree of competency within the established scope of patient care.

7. Assists in the implementation of new methodologies and procedures.

8. Participates in implementation of and compliance with standards set by the Medical Center and regulatory / accrediting agencies.

9. Interfaces with Medical Center personnel, physicians, staff from other facilities relative to test results.

10. Maintains adequate level of reagents / supplies to perform testing.

11. Provides assistance to other staff as needed.

12. Generates appropriate and required documentation of testing and support procedures.

Need help finding the right job?