Medical Technologist I

Job Description Summary

Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MLT I/IIs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform quality control and maintenance procedures, recognize computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities. (MLT I <1 year experience and MLT II >1 year experience) 



Job Description:

Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MLT I/IIs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform quality control and maintenance procedures, recognize computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities. (MLT I <1 year experience and MLT II >1 year experience)





MLT I/II Requirements (Educ/work/licensure, registry or certification):

MLT I:

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

Less than one year of clinical experience.

MLT II:

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

Greater than one year of clinical experience



Physical Requirements:

Requirements include prolonged standing, sitting, and hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity, stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs.  Requires vision/hearing to normal range with/without correction and the absence of color blindness.  Requires wearing of protective clothing and shoes due to contact with biohazardous materials.  Able to read, interpret and apply written labels, instructions and guidelines.  Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Weekend, holiday, and overtime rotations required to accommodate patient care.





Job Requirements:



Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities (65%)

Prepares specimens for testing

Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers

Evaluates specimen acceptability

Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system

Performs correct labeling practices

Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system

Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures

Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values

Recognizes computer data problems

Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors

Performs appropriate specimen processing based on sample type and test

Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists

Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system

Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies

Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly

Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols

Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels

Supports test and instrument validation activities

Other duties as assigned





Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities (25%)

QC testing is performed correctly, completely and in a timely manner

QC is documented appropriately

QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results

Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively

Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately

Process improvement activities are performed and documented

Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved

Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions

Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab

Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab





Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned (10%)

Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate

Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners

Participate in continuing education

Models Standards of Behavior in daily interactions















































Medical Technologist (MT) I/II:

Job Description:

Supports high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MT I/IIs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform specialized laboratory tests, perform quality control, troubleshoot quality control errors and maintenance procedures, recognize and evaluate computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, perform preventative maintenance, communicate technical information to medical and laypersons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities. (MT I <1 year experience and MT II >1 year experience)



MT I/II Requirements (Educ/work/licensure, registry or certification):

MT I

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.

Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification.

Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

New employees: If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

Current MLT employees: Job reclassification from MLT to MT will not occur until successful completion of the ASCP MLS registry.

Less than one year of clinical experience

MT II

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.

Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification.

Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

New employees: If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

Current MLT employees: Job reclassification from MLT to MT will not occur until successful completion of the ASCP MLS registry.

More than one year of clinical experience



Physical requirements:



Requirements include prolonged standing, sitting, and hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires vision/hearing to normal range with/without correction and the absence of color blindness. Requires wearing of protective clothing and shoes due to contact with biohazardous materials. Able to read, interpret and apply written labels, instructions and guidelines. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Weekend, holiday, and overtime rotations required to accommodate patient care.





Job Requirements:



Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high-quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities (65%)

Prepares specimens for testing

Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers

Evaluates specimen acceptability

Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system

Performs correct labeling practices

Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system

Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures

Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values

Recognizes computer data problems

Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors

Performs appropriate specimen processing based on sample type and test

Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists

Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system

Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies

Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly

Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols

Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels

Supports test and instrument validation activities

Other duties as assigned





Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities (25%)

QC testing is performed correctly, completely and in a timely manner

QC is documented appropriately

QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results

Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively

Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately

Process improvement activities are performed and documented

Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved

Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions

Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab

Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab





Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned (10%)

Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate

Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners

Participate in continuing education

Models Standards of Behavior in daily interactions





Coordinator

Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory agency standards and regulations.

Participates in Performance Improvement Program and competency assessments.

Ensures Proficiency Testing is rotated among staff, performed in a timely manner, and correctly submitted.

Assists with Quality Audits to ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.

Maintains processes and procedures including forms and labels, ensures all are in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Reviews training checklists and competency assessments on a regular basis to ensure staff are qualified to complete the tasks of the Cryopreservation Laboratory.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001411 KER - Lab (KMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) I/II: 

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.  Experience:  None.  Certification:  Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification preferred at the time of hire, however, if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

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