SCOPE OF POSITION:

Responsible for accurate performance of qualitative and quantitative analyses on patient specimens (including blood, body fluids, culture material, feces, etc.) using a variety of analytical techniques and

resulting out with confidence a quality Laboratory result. This position reports to the Outreach Technologist and Support Services Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collects and prepares samples for analysis identifying and using appropriate technique and equipment for patient population served including: infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult. Stores and transportssamples as prescribed by standards in laboratory procedure manuals.
• Perform Hematological, Chemical, Serological, Microbiological, Clinical Microscopy and Transfusion procedures as defined in procedure manuals in each laboratory section within scope of ability.
• Performs set-ups, preventive maintenance, and general care of Laboratory equipment as outlined in departmental procedure manuals.
• Select, prepare and use appropriate control materials to monitor assays.
• Evaluate validity of results, based on established protocols, referring discrepancies to a Medical Technologist, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as part of the shift "team" to facilitate the shift's ability to meet its goals and objectives. Maintains competency in at least 1 additional area of the laboratory.
• Maintains current knowledge of and employs proper application of Hospital Information Systems.
• Keeps current on advances in Laboratory Services. Participates in and shares continuing education to maintain professional development and competency for the patient population served including: neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult patients.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e., blood borne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting, and caring of supplies, standing, walking and bending.
• Ability to interact with internal as well as external customers with tact and confidentiality.
• Ability to approach clinical responsibilities for patient care with regard to the laboratories vision, i.e., by providing high quality, cost effective and timely diagnostic/therapeutic services through the effective utilization of human resources and state-of-the-art technologists.
• MLT(ASCP) Registration.
• Associate’s Degree in a Laboratory Science
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.