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MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)/ MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Eligible/ MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified (Per Diem)

Cape Cod Healthcare

#Quality Control #Specimen Collection #Microbiology #Per Diem #MLT #Hematology #Chemistry #Blood Bank

Quick overview

The role involves performing clinical testing across various laboratory sections, ensuring adherence to procedures, and maintaining proficiency in all assigned areas. Responsibilities also include preparing reagents, performing instrument maintenance, and assisting the Section Supervisor with quality control and procedural compliance.

Requirements summary

Minimum requirements vary by grade, starting with an Associate's Degree and MLT registration for Grade 13, up to a Bachelor's Degree and MT registration for Grade 16. All levels require completion of an approved internship program or equivalent experience accepted by relevant certifying bodies.

associate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateQuality ControlInventory ManagementSpecimen ProcessingData ProcessingMicrobiologyReagent PreparationChemistryHematologyBlood BankSerologyPatient InteractionInstrument TroubleshootingCoagulationClinical TestingTest ValidationProcedure Manual Maintenance

Job description

Ensures the satisfaction of all users of the department's services, both internal and external and seeks to continually improve customer service and satisfaction.
Performs clinical testing in conformance with all the Laboratory procedures and physician orders in any of the Laboratory areas assigned; Blood Bank, Serology, Coagulation, Hematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Clinical Microscopy and Microbiology.
Maintains proficiency in all areas of Laboratory assigned.
Prepares reagents, standards, controls, stains and culture media as necessary.
Performs instrument troubleshooting as necessary and preventive maintenance as scheduled.
Accurately transcribes completed test data for reporting.
Makes recommendations for improvements in quality and/or efficiency to the immediate supervisor.
Assists section supervisor.
Serves as a technical reference in the supervisor's absence.
Participates in the competency assessment as appropriate.
Assists the Section Supervisor in the maintenance of the Quality Control program to include: Troubleshoot and approval primary rule failures Verification of QC methods; new and periodic Review of daily and periodic QC data Review of reagent and maintenance QC Collect and summarize monthly statistical data Participates in the test validations, instrument interfaces and other laboratory information systems projects.
Assists Section Supervisor in maintaining assigned Procedure Manuals in compliance with CAP and NCCLS standards and review the manuals as necessary and at least annually.
Performs functions of the LST job descriptions as needed to include: All data processing functions Answers phones Verifies in-coming specimens with courier Prepares specimens for shipment to intra-system sites and references labs; makes necessary arrangements for transportation.
Practice efficient and economical use of laboratory supplies; checks the inventory, orders supplies and restocks upon arrival.
Participated in teaching practical and theoretical principles of test procedures to new hires and students.
Obtains appropriate blood specimens from patients of all ages.
Maintains confidentiality of information deemed confidential.
Maintains harmonious and cooperative relations with fellow employees, medical staff, patients and guests and serves effectively as part of the Laboratory team in performing professional service to patients.

MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)/ MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Eligible/ MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified (Per Diem)

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MLT, Grade 13

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