Medical Lab Technician 2-PRN

Job Description

The Medical Laboratory Technician 2 ensures quality specimens for Laboratory testing by recognizing pre-analytical factors that adversely affect patient results.

Communicates effectively and work cooperatively with team members to optimize job performance and foster working relationships.

Demonstrating a knowledge of operational / regulatory standards. Operates systems / methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, quality control and proficiency testing.

Participates in professional growth opportunities to enhance personal, team and departmental development by demonstrating operational knowledge and adhering to regulatory standards.

Inova Employee Benefits and Perks :

• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance, Short / Long Term Disability
• NEW ! 4 weeks PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
• Retirement : Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan
• Competitive salary : Pay based experience.
• Amazing Paid Time Off : Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.
• Supplemental Plans : Including Auto / Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Additional Benefits : Educational Assistance of up to $5,250 / year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Shift : Varies

Hours : Varies

Location : INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital

Requirements for consideration :

Minimum Education :

• Associate Degree in science from a college / university recognized by regional or national accreditation agency. Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology preferred.
• Other acceptable forms of education / experience will follow the guidelines of ASCP / AMT Board certification.

Years of Experience :

Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited MLS program, NAACLS or ABHES accredited MLT program, or a foreign medical laboratory science clinical training program within the 12 months can be used in lieu of one year of full time acceptable clinical experience.

Certification :

MLT(ASCP) or MLT (AMT)

Job Responsibilities

• Floats to other areas to maintain productivity and proficiency.
• Follows site specific standard operating procedures, manuals and instructions; Adheres to laboratory safety procedures and processes at all times.
• Participates in constructive feedback and gives positive reinforcement to coworkers.
• Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that care givers receive timely patient information.
• Notifies appropriate individual(s), including technical support, of problems or discrepancies according to established procedures.
• Minimizes department expenses by using resources efficiently while avoiding urgent supply requests and inventory loss due to expiration.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve.

Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step.

At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.