The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for collecting, preparing, and analyzing various biological samples to assist in patient diagnosis. They must maintain laboratory equipment, document results in the hospital information system, and collaborate with pathologists and physicians.
Requirements summary
An Associate's degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology, or a related field is required. Two years of hospital laboratory experience and certification from ASCP or AMT are preferred.
The Medical Lab Technician gathers information in order to help fellow staff members with diagnosing a patient. This can include carrying out tests related to immunology, chemistry, hematology, microbiology or blood bank. Essential Functions
Collect, prepare and analyze blood, urine and tissue samples and body fluids for analysis tests requested by authorized providers.
Examine collected samples and identify any cell abnormalities.
Maintain laboratory inventory levels and if necessary, place orders for new supplies.
Prepare detailed reports about your test results and findings.
Document and review tested data using current hospital information system
Ensure all tissue samples are prepared for examination.
Collaborate with pathologists.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Present test results to physicians.
Determine normal and abnormal components of body fluids.
Analyze blood cells by counting and identifying cells.
Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions.
Maintain laboratory equipment by doing scheduled maintenance and repairs as necessary.
Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed.
Provides medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols.
Maintains patient confidence and protects the hospital by keeping information confidential.
Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results tasks as needed.
Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled.
Performs other duties as necessary.
Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure.
Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Work Experience
Two years of hospital laboratory experience preferred. Education
Associate’s degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology or related field required.
Certification from approved medical society such as American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) within one year of employment preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time 1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66 11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33 21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33 51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33 76-100 None 76-100 None Movement % Time Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33 Crouch/Squat 0-33 Kneel/Crawl 0-33 Reach above Shoulder 0-33 Reach below Shoulder 0-33 Repetitive Arm 0-33 Repetitive Hand 34-66 Grasping 0-33 Squeezing 0-33 Climb Stairs 0-33 Walking Uneven 0-33 Walking Even 34-66 Environment % Time Indoors 67-100 Outdoors 0-33 Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Equipment % Time Motor Vehicles None Foot Pedals None Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Work near % Time Machinery 67-100 Electricity None Sharps 0-33 Chemicals 0-33 Fumes 0-33 Heights None Vision Depth Perception Required < 20" Required Color Required Peripheral Required Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR Sit 1 3 Stand 4 4.5 Walk 4 4.5
