Missouri Healthcare Jobs

Medical Lab Scientist (MT) or Lab Technicion (MLT)

Licensed Technical
Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Clinical Lab Full-Time

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Description

To process and analyze laboratory specimens and disseminate accurate laboratory data to health care providersBegin

• Responsible for accurate analysis of biological fluids and human body tissues in all areas of the laboratory by the use of chemicals, reagents, complex instruments, and culture media

• Processes and analyzes specimens

• Disseminates accurate laboratory data in a format that is usable for clinicians and physicians

• Performs other specialized duties as assigned based on skill set(s) including Microbiology setups, gram stains, blood cultures, GC probes, routine culture workups/identification/susceptibility; acquires additional knowledge in Medical Technology.

• Responsible for detecting errors during testing; maintaining reagents and supplies in advance

• Maintains Quality Control by monitoring shifts, trends, and delta checks

• Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments with limited supervision, and other duties as assigned

• Agrees to preceptor guidelines for MLS program clinical rotations

• Duties require interaction with different patient age groups (neonate, child, adolescents, adults, and the elderly) and require recognition that different age groups require specialized care

• Performs other job duties as assigned

To Become a Medical Lab Scientist:

• Required to meet minimum eligibility requirements as defined by ASCP Board of Certification (10/23/09 or later) for Medical Laboratory Scientist, or equivalent (Refer to CLIA guidelines 493.1489b1)

• Successful completion of NAACLS accredited MLS training program preferred

• Required MLS (ASCP) certification within 6 months of hire or eligibility period

• Required participation in Certification Maintenance Program as indicated (2004 or later); ASCP licensure must remain active and current

• Must be able to read, write and speak English

To Become a Medical Lab Technician:

• Required to meet minimum eligibility requirements as defined by ASCP Board of Certification (10/23/09 or later) for Medical Laboratory Technician, or equivalent. (Refer to CLIA guidelines 493.1489b1)

• Successful completion of NAACLS accredited MLT training program preferred

• Required MLT (ASCP) certification within 6 months of hire or eligibility period

• Required participation in Certification Maintenance Program as indicated (2004 or later); ASCP licensure must remain active and current

• Must be able to read, write and speak English