Medical Lab Technician II

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Location: Luling, TX
Facility: Ascension Seton Edgar B Davis
Duration: 6+ months
Shift: 6AM-6:30PM

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• State Medical Technician license may be required (will be listed in requirement if it's needed).
• ASCP or AMT certification is required.
• Generalist, including Blood Bank.
• Blood Bank experience is required.
• Cerner Millenium PathNet.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers.
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Additional Comments/Requirements

1. Is this for a Medical Lab Technician [2 year MLT degree] or Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Technologist [4 year BS] or are you open to either? MLT or MLS
2. Please confirm if ASCP or AMT certification is required. ASCP or AMT required
3. Are you seeking a generalist [proficient in testing in all Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation] or are you seeking a Micro Lab worker with Molecular background? Generalist, including Blood Bank
4. What department will this technical position support? [Micro lab, Core lab, DNA sequence, etc.] Generalist, including blood bank
5. Is Blood Bank experience required for this role? Yes
6. Any particular LIS [Lab Information System] experience you would like to see on resumes? [Millenium, Cerner, Epic etc.] Cerner Millenium PathNet