Job Details: The Med Tech, under general supervision, performs routine Laboratory procedures accurately and efficiently according to the policies and procedures of Laboratory Services to ensure high quality patient care. Performs Lab procedures in any or all disciplines of the department, including the following sections: Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology, Blood Bank, Blood Gases, Stat Lab, and phlebotomy, as needed. The Med Tech is responsible for providing quality patient care through Laboratory Services to patients of all age groups.
· Performs quantitative, qualitative and subjective lab procedures by manual and automated methods in accordance with the instructions in the technical procedure manuals.
· Performs functional verification, preventative maintenance and trouble-shooting on all equipment to ensure reliable results, and maintains proper documentation of equipment.
· Follows quality control procedures established within the department.
· Ensures that specimens meet requirements for specified test.
· Calls up necessary worksheets, logs and reports to provide for effective workflow and processing of pending work. Accurately enters data into LIS.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences such as Chemistry, Microbiology, or etc. as deemed appropriate by lab director.
- 0-6 months experience
- Must be certification eligible and pass exam within 1 year of employment or within12 months from the date of this job description change, effective November 6, 2005 .
Certification eligible in one of the following areas:
Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Clinical Lab Scientist (NCA) or equivalent (which will be determined appropriate by JCL Lab Director).