What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technician position at Fairview Health Services?
Fairview Health Services is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist at M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital in Maplewood.
This is a 0.8FTE (64 hours/pay period), benefit-eligible opportunity; Evening Shift (2:00pm-10:30pm) with occasional Night shifts (10:00pm - 6:30am), every other weekend rotation (Saturday and Sunday) and rotating holidays. This is a generalist position and must be able to work in Blood Bank.
The St. John's Laboratory cares for a hospital of over 184 beds. We see all patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. Our service lines include Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine, Oncology, Cardiac Care, and general surgery. Our Laboratory offers a robust generalist experience for prospective employees.
Responsibilities Job Description
The MLT position plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional laboratory services to diverse populations within an integrated healthcare environment. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs waived, moderate or high complexity testing, correlates data based knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting testing results and performs quality control procedures within established parameters. This position also may be involved in laboratory specimen collection, safe and secure specimen handling, ensuring efficient workflow and may schedules tests and provides results as appropriate. The MLT works independently under general supervision.
Follows established guidelines to obtain specimens, perform waived, moderate or high complexity testing and report results.
- Collect and process biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Perform testing analysis and verify assay/analyzer performance according to SOP in an efficient, cost effective manner. Any combination of the following areas may be included: Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Phlebotomy, EKG.
- Document and communicate lab test results thoroughly and accurately according to SOP.
- Perform and document maintenance procedures plus maintain adequate supplies.
- Seeks assistance appropriately for problem or unusual situations.
Consistently implement and adhere to the laboratory customer service standards. The standards include maintaining confidentiality, promoting teamwork, successful communication and conflict resolution. This may include:
- Scheduling tests/procedures according to SOPs
- Verifying patient demographic and billing insurance information for lab only employees
- Explaining test procedures when applicable to patients in a manner geared to gain their confidence and cooperation and relieve anxiety about the test.
Supports and adheres to laboratory SOPs, quality assurance, performance improvement and compliance programs recognizing trends and identifying when additional reporting, communication or other action is appropriate. Demonstrates competency and compliance with all regulatory agency policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in a lab science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution. Qualified to work in a highly complex laboratory as mandated in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA).
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification such as ASCP, AMT, or AAB. If not certified at time of hire, must obtain certification within 12 months.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician in an integrated healthcare environment.
- Certified MLT
Other Required Skills
- Good phlebotomy skills.
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.