Med Lab Tech-Testing (Hs)

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, urinanalysis, coagulation, 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. In addition, staff is available for on-call for emergency bone marrow assistance.

Position Summary:
The Medical Lab Technologist performs routine automated and manual procedures, verifies and reports test requests and results. Handles phone inquiries regarding patient results, specimen collection and testing frequency. Oncology staff uses the laboratory computer system to review report 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 Education Required:
Bachelor's Level Degree

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree, with MT/MLS certification. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire.

Career Roadmap:

FUNCTION
Clinical Labs

SUB-FUNCTION
Lab Services

CAREER BAND
Individual Contributor - Clinical

CAREER LEVEL

C1

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