Job Description Summary
Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
PRN

Cost Center
CC000867 COL - Lab (FED)

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

The Medical Technologist (MT) performs a wide variety of duties in the laboratory. The MT is responsible for the following:
1) Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens.
2) Ability to work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.)
3) Insure accurate and reliable test results by adhering to instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
4) Ability to properly use Laboratory Information System (LIS)
5) Maintains records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements
6) Coordinates with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples
7) Troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection
8) Trains new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies
9) Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff
10) Good customer service and communication skills
11) Ability to work under pressure of emergency situation
12) Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Laboratory Director
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Additional Job Description
Education: High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 2 years

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