Medical Laboratory Technologist

Reports To: Laboratory Director
FLSA Classification : Full- Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt, $27.52-$34.80
Essential Functions:

• Perform diagnostic procedures on blood and body fluids, collect specimens from patients, perform various laboratory tests, and analyze results.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform various clerical duties as assigned or needed.
• Perform laboratory testing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform procedures in all sections of the lab: chemistry, hematology, urine, coagulation, blood bank, microbiology, and blood gases.
• Assure all assigned laboratory duties are performed accurately.
• Interpret and correlate clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results so that appropriate action can be taken.
• Utilize complex problem solving skills in resolving clinical and instrumental problems.
• May provide technical education and guidance to students and staff by overseeing work performance in support of educational programs resulting in a continuous learning environment.
• Work effectively as a team member within the department and with other units to provide quality patient care through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or medical technology school required.
• Registration as a medical laboratory technologist required.

Skills and Expectations:

• Kind and professional demeanor.
• Professional and well-groomed appearance at all times.
• Communicate positively and effectively, both written and verbally, with patients, family, and staff.
• Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment.
• Work with honesty, compassion and integrity at all times.
• Understand and adhere to the scope of service for the department and this position.
• Understand and adhere to all of PMC's policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to PMC's Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to the strictest confidentiality and HIPPA regulations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to move and traverse about the facility 50% of the time.
• Frequently transport objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• Occasionally position objects weighing up to 100lbs.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information in a way others will understand.
• Must be able to recognize details such as color and depth within a few feet of the observer.
• Frequently operates computers, machinery, and other healthcare equipment.
• Constantly positions self to complete essential functions.
• May be required to wear N95s or PAPRs throughout the shift.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.