Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician - Hilo Medical Center
Company: Sonic Healthcare USA
Location: Hilo
Posted on: June 21, 2022
Job Description:
Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position
Qualifications:Summary
The Medical Technologist (MT), also known as the Medical Laboratory
Scientist (MLS), performs routine and complex analytical tests on
human body fluids and tissues to provide accurate data to the
health care team for optimal diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of
disease states. - The MT/MLS is capable of performing all of the
tests in a single section or most of the tests in all clinical
laboratory sections: bacteriology, immunohematology, chemistry,
hematology, parasitology, serology and urinalysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in medical technology or related science from
an accredited program
- Current and active certification from the American Society of
Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a medical laboratory scientist
(MLS) formerly known as MT/CLS or American Medical Technologists as
Medical Laboratory Technician or MLT (AMT)
- Valid and current State of Hawaii license as a Medical
Technologist
- Basic computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in lab
information systems is desirable
- Previous specialized experience in microbiology and blood
banking is preferred for MT assigned to specific departments
- For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and
change without notice, including but not limited to, criminal
background check, health clearance and hospital compliance
training
- Successfully pass Company pre-employment drug test and periodic
and random thereafter
- Demonstrated and proven ability/experience in accomplishments
in all of our five core values:
- Shine
- Team
- Accurate
- Respect
- Standardize
Essential FunctionsUnder general supervision of a Pathologist and
other supervision, and in accordance with Company policies,
procedures and guidelines, this position:
- Performs routine laboratory test procedures as outlined in the
laboratory standard operating procedure manuals and reports test
results. - Adheres to quality assurance and quality control
procedures in performing all testing
- Correlates clinical information and/or previous lab results and
reports discrepancies to Medical Technologist, Sr. or supervisors.
- Consults with superiors or pathologist when no preset criteria
for decision-making is available before taking action
- Collects and directs the collection of specimens with rigid
attention to proper patient identification, priority status and
hospital and laboratory safety and infection control policies for
clinical testing
- Maintains and operates lab equipment; able to detect
malfunctions as they occur by review of instruments results. -
Troubleshoots the problem with technologist or service
representative assistance
- Ensures appropriate lab supplies are always on hand in their
assigned area or department
- May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as
necessary
- Trains or instructs laboratory personnel in performance of lab
tests and procedures where assigned
- Participates in developmental work on new tests
- Participates in established TQM activities, QC testing of lab
reagents and maintenance of equipment. - Follows protocol for
running and documenting control values. - Collects, evaluates, and
reports quality management data in order to monitor and improve
laboratory performance
- Attends and participates in continuing education programs to
monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge and enhance
professional excellence. - Willingly shares knowledge and provides
clinical orientation to other members of the staff
- Trains students from affiliated programs or new employees as
assigned
- Works closely with all laboratory personnel to ensure timely
client service and accurate test results
- Participates in Job Competency/Skills Check program
- Maintains open communication with supervisors, pathologists,
and fellow employees to ensure optimal operation of department. -
Communicates pertinent information to other members of the health
care team in a clinically relevant time frame to enhance the lab's
contribution to patient care
- Delivers age appropriate care for the patient population. -
Maintains strict confidentiality in all situations and with all
documentation
- May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as
necessary
- Writes and updates laboratory procedures under supervision as
required.
- Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance and legal
requirements
- Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with
company guidelines on attendance
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Physical Capabilities
- Occasional carrying, pushing, and pulling of objects; and
lifting of up to 50 lbs may be required
- Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling,
crouching
- Must be able to hear, see, and respond adequately
- Frequent prolonged standing, walking, sitting, and bending
over
- Use of hands and fingers
Working Environment
- Air conditioned laboratory environment
- Frequent exposure to video display terminals
- Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning),
biohazardous body fluids, and occasional hazardous chemicals
- Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction
- May be asked to work extended hours and different shifts to
provide coverage
Skills/Abilities/Competencies
- Perceive pertinent details and verbal or tabular material
- Ability to see things from the customer's/patient's point of
view and respond in a timely appropriate and courteous manner
- Handle emergency or crisis situations with calmness and
professionalism
- Ability to work effectively with others and promotes positive
working relationships
- Perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately
- Understand meaning of words, ideas associated with them and
their effective use
- Understand instructions, reason, and make judgments
- Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent
organizational and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy
required
- CUSTOMER-FOCUSED: -Aware of customer needs; makes decisions
with customer in mind; builds strong customer relationships.
- COMMUNICATOR: - Proactively conveys a clear, convincing, and
timely message; possesses strong verbal, written, and presentation
skills.
- PROBLEM SOLVER: - Uses data and logic to quickly find solutions
to difficult challenges.
- COLLABORATIVE: Works effectively with others to accomplish
goals.
- TECHNICALLY COMPETENT: Possesses and maintains the functional
and technical knowledge and skills to successfully perform
job.
- RESULTS DRIVEN:Achievement-oriented; achieves and exceeds
goals; pushes self and others for results.
- ANALYTICAL: Logical, systematic, and methodical in working
through a plan or problem; provides solid research on which to base
decisions; establishes process for workflow.
- RESOURCEFUL: Knows how to get what is needed; manages time and
workloads for maximum efficiency.
- QUALITY CONSCIOUS: Delivers accuracy and precision in work
products; mindful of technical requirements, rules, and
standards.
- TIME-WISE: Prioritizes; respects others' time; adheres to
schedules and agendas.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:
Company:Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLPRegular,
Full-Time40hrs/wkSchedule TBDPrimary Shift: NightsSonic Healthcare
USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination,
layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and
training.
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