MH Medical Technologist - Brown University Health

• Performs testing on all specimens and ensures that results are accurate and complete.


• Works in a team environment to accomplish Laboratory goals.


• Possess knowledge of Medical Technology and answers inquiries from physicians and other health care professionals.


• May be required to mentor new employees and students.


• Obtains and processes specimens for laboratory testing according to department/section policy and procedures.


• Verifies accuracy of test specimen before testing.


• Performs technical procedures as required by department or supervisor.


• Performs all testing in a timely manner as established by departmental policy and performs all tests with confidence.


• Inspects instruments and verifies that equipment is in proper working order before testing.


• Insures that test results correlate with each other and the patient's clinical situation.


• Rechecks and reports to the supervisor all questionable results.


• Follows critical value procedure.


• Demonstrates proficiency in performing all computer tasks associated with job responsibilities.


• Performs scheduled maintenance to assure proper operation of equipment.


• Records the procedures performed.


• Performs quality control and quality assurance procedures and instrument checks correctly.


• Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.


• Has working knowledge of the theory of laboratory procedures.


• Prepares and presents continuing education for department personnel.


• Applies step-by-step problem solving and thinking patterns.


• Acts as charge person assigned to provide direction support and technical ability to others.

Management of Time and Resources:

• Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame.


• Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities.


• Develops and maintains efficient working relationships.


• Is reliable in respect to attendance.


• Is Reliable in respect to punctuality.


• Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.

Quality:

• Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services.


• Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.


• Produces quality results.


• Continually strives to improve the quality of work. Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.

• Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: in-services formal educational programs other work groups and on-the-job training).


• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services and/or reviews documentation as required.


• Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.


• Performs analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision.


• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.


• Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.


• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

• Is cooperative in interactions treating customers with courtesy respect and compassion.


• Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.


• Responds to requests in a timely manner.


• Handles interruptions in a skillful way.


• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.


• Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.

EDUCATION:

• MT with Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• MT ASCP/NCA with bachelor's degree 2- 5 years' experience