POSITION SUMMARY Performs a full range of diagnostic testing on patient specimens as well as ensures testing is conducted in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner that facilitates positive patient care. Interacts directly with medical staff members in interpretation and follows up on patient results. Works with other departments in scheduling, performing, and reporting tests. Performs waived moderate and high complexity testing according to CLIA regulations without supervision in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objective of Gordon Memorial Hospital District. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES Demonstrates basic knowledge and understanding of established testing procedures and protocol by remaining abreast of procedure manual, updates, and performances in the following areas of laboratory testing: Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunoassay, Arterial Blood Gases, Urinalysis, Hemostasis, Transfusion Services Immunology/Serology, Microbiology, Phlebotomy, and other laboratory disciplines. Assist with specimen collection, processing, and reference lab preparation. Conducts chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood and urine, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components. Remains responsible for the performance and completion of defined equipment, instrument maintenance protocols, and ensuring adequate supply levels. Prepares and uses necessary equipment. Performs and maintains documentation. Promotes and ensures patient and staff safety in all aspects of responsibilities. Ensure proper and periodic training is maintained. Performs other duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: (MT) Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or equivalent. OR completion of equivalent certification preferred. (MLT) Associate of Science in Medical Technology or equivalent. OR completion of equivalent certification preferred. Experience: Previous laboratory experience preferred. Licensure and Certification: Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician by a recognized regulatory agency OR certification eligible. Qualifies to do high complexity testing under 42CFR493.1489(b) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Federal and State Regulations related to lab. Basic and advanced laboratory concepts, quality control procedures, running, performing, reporting analytical test results; high complexity and below. Supervising bench level MT/MLT, Lab assistants, Phlebotomists, and any other individuals who fall under the auspice of the laboratory. The key areas of the laboratory: Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Waive – testing, Clinic liaison, Shipping. Phlebotomy: Venipuncture, Arterial, Capillary, Heel Puncture and Therapeutic Phlebotomy. Skills in: Day-to-day Lab operations Maintenance of analyzers Reporting results, panic values, STATS, Delta Check Variations. Patient Interactions Set-up and coordination of health fairs Communication and service to Outpatient Clinics Resolution of In-Patient and Administrative Issues Identifying problems, making frequent decisions regarding method and performance. Ability to: Take call and respond within required time. Draw blood: venipuncture, capillary, heel-puncture, arterial, and therapeutic phlebotomy. Run and perform testing: High Complexity and below. Result and validate day-to-day quality control (QC); weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly preventative maintenance. Perform all laboratory testing and monitor accuracy of others. Instruct personnel in all current and new procedures. Encourage good work habits and communicate with others. Add, subtract, multiply, divide and understand and apply standard deviation concepts in quality control (QC). Adhere to National and State regulatory bodies. #J-18808-Ljbffr