MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST S3

JOB SUMMARY:

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs laboratory procedures such as preparing specimens and operating automated analyzers in the hospital laboratory.  They perform these functions under the supervision of a New York State licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Laboratory Supervisor, or Director of the Clinical Laboratory.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Makes reports on each test performed and retains duplicate records on file.

·         Informs supervisor of any abnormal patient tests.

·         Performs laboratory tests under the direction of a medical technologist and in accordance with hospital policies and New York State law.

·         Draws blood from patients after receiving request made in accordance with physician's order.

·         Assists laboratory staff in all areas in which assistance is indicated.

·         Ability to direct the personnel directly under staff level.

·         Follows general laboratory procedures, including maintaining records and reports per department and log.

·         Meets Quality Control standards, and maintains and cleans equipment according to established guidelines.

·         Completes all other duties as assigned.

·         Applies knowledge of growth and developmental patterns to the range of treatments offered based on age specific parameter of the populations served.

·         Demonstrates competency in age specific procedures performed.

·         Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:  Prior medical laboratory technician experience preferred

Education:  Associate's degree or higher from an approved Clinical Laboratory Technician program

Licenses / Certifications:  New York State license or permit as a Clinical Laboratory Technician

Other:  The individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials.