Medical Laboratory Technician - DFW at NEXT Oncology – IRVING, Texas
NEXT Oncology
IRVING, Texas, 75039, United States
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Salary:$21.63 - $27.88/hrEmployment Type:Full-TimeExperience Level:1-2 YearsMinimum Education:Associates Degree
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Position Description: Role and Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of a medical technologist or physician to perform tests that help physicians diagnose and treat diseases.
- The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests.
- Follows laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing test analysis, reporting and maintain records of patient results.
- Follows necessary QA/QC requirements for a COLA laboratory.
- Performs routine Chemistry, Hematology, and Urinalysis testing
- Prepares peripheral blood smear and performs complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal smears
- Processes samples for send out and reflex laboratory testing
- Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year
- Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrow aspiration/biopsy procedures).
- Ensures operation of analyzers and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by maintaining certification requirements.
- Maintains inter- and intradepartmental workflow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects the company by keeping information confidential per HIPAA regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Associates degree in MLT.
- ASCP certification as an MLT
- Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Med Laboratory Technician / Laboratory Scientist Documentation Skills, Organization and Attention to Detail
- Hematology/Core Lab/Phlebotomy experience is preferred
- Must be comfortable with manual differential testing and performing venipunctures
- Must be comfortable with Clinical Lab Testing, Chemistry Techniques, Microscopic UA, and Analyzing Information
- Must be comfortable with Equipment Maintenance
- Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel and databases
- Must be a team player with great communication
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IRVING, Texas, 75039, United States
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