Medical Laboratory Technician, Relief - Cottonwood, AZ

Under general supervision, performs waived, moderate and high complexity analyses as specified under CMS Standards and Certification: Laboratory Requirements (42 CFR 493)Quality Control* Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes following policies/procedures.* Prepares reagents, quality control materials and other testing materials.* Performs required equipment maintenance.* Assists in data evaluation, and correlation of new instruments/procedures.* Demonstrates knowledge of open and expiration dates and storage of specimens, QC and reagents.Computer/Documentation* Demonstrates the understanding of the concept 'need to know' for HIPAA for the purpose of relaying information to patients.* Enters comments, uses RBV for result reporting.* Calls all critical values to appropriate personnel, using patient full name, second identifier, test name, results and identity of person receiving results.* Assesses patient results using inquiry and able to print patient reports.* Recognizes computer problems and reports to IT/ or troubleshoots within capabilities.* Demonstrates/understands documentation process during downtimes.* Demonstrates the ability to print and review shift pending reports, notes critical patients or those having testing issues.Data Integrity* Reviews and records quality control and steps in troubleshooting for acceptability.* Complies with all protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines.* Identifies, resolves problems and takes corrective action in the evaluation of testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity.* Performs correct identification of all specimens by matching name, and Medical Record Number.* Reviews and records patient results for acceptability before verification.People Management* Assists Manager/Director in writing/reviewing laboratory policies and procedures.* Assists in training new personnel.* Assists with preparing/maintaining facility accreditation readiness for CAP/DNV visits.Compliance/Safety* Responsible for reporting any safety-related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety-related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.* Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employee's area of responsibility.* If required for the position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.* Completes all company mandatory modules and required job-specific training in the specified time frame.EducationMedical Lab TechnicianAssociate Degree- In Clinical laboratory science, microbiology, chemistry or biological science- RequiredMedical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist 1, 2Bachelor's in Clinical laboratory Science, Microbiology, chemistry or biological science- RequiredORMLT must be eligible to sit for and pass MT/MLS ASCP, AMT or equivalent boards within 6 months- RequiredCertification & LicensuresMedical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist 1:Medical Technologist, or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from ASCP, AMT, HEW, or equivalent certification- RequiredNew Graduates- 6 months to pass boards for certificationMedical Lab Scientist 2 / Medical Technologist 2:Medical Technologist, or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from ASCP, AMT, HEW, or equivalent certification- RequiredMedical Laboratory Technician 1:MLT certification from ASCP, or equivalent certification- RequiredNew Graduates- 6 months to pass boards for certificationMedical Laboratory Technician 2:MLT certification from ASCP, or equivalent certification- RequiredEmployee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.ExperienceMedical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist 1:1 year- PreferredNew Graduates- 6 months to pass boards for certificationMedical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist 2:3 years in an acute care facility- PreferredMedical Laboratory Technician 1:1 year- PreferredNew Graduates- 6 months to pass boards for certificationMedical Laboratory Technician 2:1 year- PreferredNew Graduates- 6 months to pass boards for certification

Created: 2025-07-12