Medical Lab Technician - AdventHealth Gordon

Location Address: 1035 Red Bud Rd Calhoun, GA 30701

Top Reasons To Work At AdventHealth Gordon:

Located in the foothills of North Georgia Mountains

Co-workers that feel like family

Faith based organization

Employee Referral Program

Educational Reimbursement Plans

Work Hours/Shift: Full Time Days

What You Will Be Responsible For:

·         Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and/or receptionist duties. Continually maintains workspaces in a neat, organized manner, and is properly supplied; properly stores and safeguards documentation and paperwork

·         Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking; specimen collection; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities

·         Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to hospital procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as hospital policies

·         Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with hospital procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients

·         Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and supports education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested

·         Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities, including evaluation of new equipment and/or procedures or methods

·         Adheres to the hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times

·         Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.  Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.  Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

·         Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or work area

What You Will Need:

·         Exhibits technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned

·         Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner

·         Reads text and numbers in English, and displays the ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, under supervision

·         Apply accurately learned computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices

·         Exercises mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within hospital guidelines and applicable regulations

·         Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office 

·      Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

·         One-year analytical, technical experience in a Clinical Laboratory setting

·         Associateâ™s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent term OR 2 years post-secondary education with a concentration in the aforementioned subject matters, Chemical Science or Biologic Science or Healthcare-related field

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

·         Licensed by the State as an Clinical Laboratory Technician level in appropriate specialties (Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Serology/Immunology, Microbiology, and Immunohematology, and/or Molecular Pathology) for the department or campus assignment

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

·         Nationally certified as Medical Laboratory Technician, or equivalent term

·         Licensed by the State as an Clinical Laboratory Technician level in all 6 specialties (Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Serology/Immunology, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Molecular Pathology)

Job Summary:

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed. The position requires the exercise of independent judgment under general supervision. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.