Scope of Position
The James Oncology Laboratory provides comprehensive, time-sensitive laboratory services to patients with a variety of diagnoses or admission/discharge criteria. The Oncology laboratory staff performs testing on patient specimens utilizing chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, and blood gases analyzers and assists with bone marrow procedures. The lab provides training for residents, new staff, and medical technology students. The laboratory is staffed 24/7, and staff is available for on-call emergency bone marrow assistance.
Position Summary
The Medical Lab Technologist performs routine automated and manual procedures, verifies and reports test requests and results, and handles phone inquiries regarding patient results, specimen collection, and testing frequency. Oncology staff uses the laboratory computer system to review reports and call critical values to various healthcare professionals. Laboratory staff performs and documents quality control, quality assurance, and preventative maintenance on instrumentation. Medical Lab Technologists work under the direction of the lab manager and lead technologist(s).
Minimum Qualifications
For Hire: Bachelors degree in medical technology or biological science with Medical Technician certification. Must obtain Medical Technology certification within one year from the date of hire.
Ongoing: Meets mandatory hospital education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.
FUNCTION: Clinical Labs
SUB-FUNCTION: Lab Services
CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Clinical
CAREER LEVEL: C2
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