Medical Technologist, Laboratory (Athol), Per Diem

Hours: Per Diem

Essential Functions

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.

Functional Demands

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and distinguishes colors. Occasionally uses depth perception (three dimensional vision, and ability to judge distances).

Organizational Expectations

Behavioral Attributes:

The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking.

• Identifies patient and/or specimens appropriately prior to sample collection or proceeding with analysis
• Performs preventative maintenance on analyzers and other Laboratory equipment based on a scheduled regimen as stated in policies and procedures
• Recognizes, instrument errors and malfunctions and notifies the department supervisor.
• Performs, evaluates, and accepts quality control values based upon stated guidelines; troubleshoots any unacceptable values.  Problems not readily resolved are brought to the attention of the supervisor or manager.
• Analyzes patient and proficiency samples while prioritizing work based upon a status of routine, urgent, or stat to maintain an efficient workflow
• Notifies clinician of any abnormal results that require immediate attention.  Communicates any relevant patient information to other healthcare professionals

• Evaluates specimen (s) for acceptability for Laboratory testing when specimens are not of acceptable value, takes appropriate action.

• Educates patients and co-workers in correct specimen collection procedures; determines quality and acceptability of specimens collected by patients and co-workers.

• Demonstrates good teamwork by providing assistance to co-workers when necessary
• Adheres to all required safety regulations as stated in policies and procedures
• Maintains a safe, organized, and clean workstation.
• Assists the supervisor by performing required tasks to meet or exceed the department goals or objectives.

• Acquires knowledge through educational in-services or seminars throughout the year.  Maintains required level of understanding in technology, disease processes, policies and procedures and rules and regulations.

• Orients and trains new employees and students as assigned by the supervisor or manager
• Enters and edits ordering information in the computer system on patients and specimens to maintain accurate records of testing and patient billing.
• Utilizes department supplies and reagents in a cost effective manner.
• Records/reports are accurate.   Pays close attention to required detail when performing all tasks and functions.  Performs quality work with accuracy.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Associate's degree in science and completion of clinical training in an approved school of medical technology for MLTs [or equivalent] is required

Required Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• Applicant must be self-motivated, quality conscious, dependable, and dedicated. 
• Good interpersonal skills and a concern for quality patient care are essential.
• Basic computer knowledge
• Responsible individual attuned to the operations of a hospital is necessary

 Required Licenses

• Registered by the ASCP preferred.