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• The Medical Technologist (MT) performs a wide variety of duties in the laboratory. The MT is responsible for the following:
  1) Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens.
  2) Ability to work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.)
  3) Insure accurate and reliable test results by adhering to instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
  4) Ability to properly use Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  5) Maintains records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements
  6) Coordinates with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples
  7) Troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection
  8) Trains new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies
  9) Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff
  10) Good customer service and communication skills
  11) Ability to work under pressure of emergency situation
  12) Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Laboratory Director
   

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  Education: High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 2 years

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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