Temp – MT/MLT – Laboratory (Nights) St Ignace, MI
Job Detail
Title: Temp – MT/MLT – Laboratory (Nights) St Ignace, MI
Description:
SPECIFIC DUTIES
1. Supports the Mission, Vision and Values
of Mackinac Straits Health System.
2.
Demonstrates
ability to communicate effectively and work in a team setting.
3.
Performs routine and special clinical
laboratory tests in assigned sections of the clinical laboratory, utilizing
automated and non-automated equipment.
4.
Assesses results with respect to quality
control, reviews results for accuracy, and communicates results of test
performed to physicians and other authorized personnel.
5.
Communicates problems or matters of a
scientific, technical and/or administrative nature both within the department
and interdepartmentally.
6.
Analyzes and evaluates laboratory test
results to determine inconsistent results and takes appropriate action.
Recognizes abnormal test results and answers inquiries about them, the
methodology, specificity, and sensitivity; answers questions about specific
factors that can influence test results
7.
Maintains accurate records of tests
conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results
from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance.
Assists with accreditation readiness activities.
8.
Maintains equipment in operational
condition through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance,
and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and
manufacturer’s telephone trouble lines.
9.
Provides instruction in basic theory,
laboratory technique, instrumentation, and application of laboratory test
procedures to new scientists or technicians and students.
10.
Performs related duties such as obtaining
blood specimens, processing specimens, and clerical activities. Assists leaders
in development of technical procedures and protocols.
11.
Maintains clean and efficient work area
and replenishes supplies as necessary.
12.
Prioritizes workload to maximize
efficiency while meeting patient and physician needs.
13. Helps evaluate new techniques and
procedures in terms of space and personal requirement, method comparison, cost
analysis, and the establishment of reference intervals; writes and revises
technical procedures.
14. Responsible for CLIA compliance,
training and competencies for all point of care testing sites with a CLIA
waiver certificate.
15. Ability to cover various shifts if
needed.
16. Other duties as assigned.