Job Summary
Utilizes laboratory skills to perform and report results of clearly defined procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Responsible for assigned shifts, with potential for overtime and callbacks. Performs additional duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Receives, identifies, organizes, and prioritizes specimens for accurate and timely testing.
- Performs and reports laboratory procedures.
- Conducts quality control, proficiency testing, routine instrument maintenance, and manages inventory.
- Ensures positive patient identification to minimize errors and adverse outcomes.
- Supports lifelong learning and completes assigned goals.
Preferred Experience
Clinical laboratory experience is preferred.
Minimum Education
An accredited Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or successful completion of a U.S. military medical laboratory training course, with current or past status as a Medical Laboratory Specialist.
Special Skills
Basic computer literacy.
Licensure
National certification compliant with federal and state regulations; full certification required within six months of hire.