Medical Laboratory Technologist - Talent Software Services, Inc.

Duties:     
Job Summary 

• Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. 
• Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties. 

Essential Functions 

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event. 
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense. 
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. 
• contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate. 
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA. 
• Maintains clear, real-time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department. 
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects. 
• Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified. 

Physical Requirements 

• Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. 
• Works in an area which contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. 
• Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.

Skills:     

• Associate's degree required, MLT registry eligible or equivalent required. 
• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire

Education:     

• Associate's degree required, MLT registry eligible or equivalent required. 
• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire

Additional Information:
Schedule:

• Evening – Weekdays 4p-12am.
• Alternating every 4th weekend

Sign on bonus $10k 9first half paid out after first 90 days, 2nd half after 1 year) Benefits available on day