The Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids in a high complexity testing lab. Performs laboratory testing to include serology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, point-of-care, and molecular NAT testing on donor, proficiency, environmental, employee, and reference lab samples. Responsible for cutting frozen section biopsies and uploading the biopsy slides for pathologist viewing. The laboratory technologists will collaborate with leadership on patient data, reporting, and documentation of all Quality Control for instrumentation. Follows all operating procedures and performs all maintenance.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, and/or medical technology from an accredited institution.
- Education - 60 semester hours to include either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination).
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
- Knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology.
- Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results.
- Demonstrates analytical thinking.
- Excellent communication skills required. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and to represent the organization publicly.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required.
- Ability to cope with high levels of stress and handle a heavy workload.
- Ability to travel in light and commercial aircraft or drive his/her personal auto in order to meet all job duties and responsibilities. Current Driver’s license required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Follow prescribed procedures, perform any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, and donor screening for human cells and tissues. Calculate the results of the tests performed if necessary.
- Recognize and correct basic analyzer malfunctions. Notify management personnel and vendors when appropriate.
- Evaluate media, reagents, samples, and calibrators according to established criteria.
- Appropriately cut and label different biopsy specimens. Stain cover slips and upload the biopsy slides for the pathologist to perform their review of the specimen.
- Monitor the presence or absence of microorganisms in the testing environment.
- Transfer microbiology recovery cultures to broth and plate media and incubate with pre-determined reading intervals for identification of bacteria, yeast, and/or mold using identified and approved methods.
- Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument, and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
- Document all corrective actions taken when the test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Provide continuous feedback for equipment performance and workflow.
- Utilize laboratory information systems (LIS) or other methods to report patient results accurately and effectively.
- Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of tests.
- Perform validation procedures on new testing platforms.
- Respond to and direct client inquiries.
- Oversee the review process within the lab including test data and monthly logs/forms.
- Serve as document owners in STA’s Q-Pulse system.
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