Essential Functions:

• Prepares specimens for a wide variety of common and specialized laboratory studies.
• Recognizes test inconsistencies, and takes appropriate action to retest and/or report per the policies
• Runs quality-control tests according to contracting employer’s policy and procedure.
• Maintains laboratory equipment (cleaning, calibrating, repairing) and completes all required paperwork.
• Reads and interprets policy and procedure manuals, written physician’s orders, equipment operating instructions and safety manuals.
• Interprets a variety of technical data (e.g. lab and diagnostic test results),.
• Applies basic math to job situations (e.g. combining mixtures, machine settings).
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Responds to emergency/disaster situations according to the policies and procedures of the contracting employer.
• Operates equipment and devices according to the manufacturer’s operating instructions and the contracting employer’s policies and procedures.
• Provides legible, clear written or electronic documentation of all test results.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with contracting employer’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Technology program that is accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA); or training, education, and 6 months relevant experience.
• Licensure as defined by state regulation or law and requirement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Effectively reads and communicates in the English language.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, including but not limited to the ability to manage stress appropriately, to make decisions under pressure, and to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to maintain and demonstrate professional behavior.
• Meets applicable health requirements to provide patient care.