Medical Laboratory Technician/Laboratory Assistant

• High School Diploma
• Phlebotomy Certification
• Five years of Laboratory assistance experience
• Secondary education in a science or medical field that includes anatomy and physiology  

• Performs all laboratory procedures using appropriate equipment and materials
• Appropriately documents quality control procedures, instrument checks and maintenance reports
• Records workload and test results according to established lab protocol
• Verifies ancillary services provided and makes appropriate changes to the superbill
• Takes corrective action with proper documentation when controls are out of range or test results are abnormal
• Performs proficiency testing according to the schedule subscribed from the American Proficiency Institute
• Performs venipuncture/capillary sticks on adults and pediatric patients
• Performs other phlebotomy duties as necessary
• Processes samples according to test specific requirements
• Manages orders and charges for testing.
• Document appropriate consent form prior to patient testing
• Performs and appropriately document equipment checks and maintenance.
• Employ radiological procedures and techniques appropriately, efficiently, and effectively.
• Utilize X-ray computer system for data entry and processing X-ray images.
• Perform and document diagnostic X-ray exams.
• Utilize PACs system to submit completed exam images to the radiologist.
• Retrieve and import radiologist reports into the patient’s electronic health record.
• Follow all safety regulations concerning radiology personnel and patients.
• Use protective clothing and devices properly.
• Consult with leadership when difficulties are encountered in the testing procedure.
• Provides quality patient care.
• Assist in inventory and record retention.
• Daily disinfection of work surfaces and equipment used in the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and professionalism in the workplace
• Handles personal conflict and works through it at the lowest possible level (first with party/parties involved, then, if necessary, with 3rd party mediation)
• Displays a friendly manner and is easy to approach
• Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed, appearance and dresses in accordance with the dress code policy
• Leaves personal problems out of the workplace
• Treats all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Abstains from gossip in the workplace
• Arrives on time and works through designated hours
• Completes tasks effectively, accurately and on time
• Demonstrates little or no absenteeism/follows leave guidelines
• Follows designated line of support
• Displays a willingness and flexibility to respond to unusual job-related demands
• Manages time well
• Recognizes and assists others in the work of the department, even though the work may be outside of regular duties
• Shares equally in the workload of the department
• Works cooperatively with all team members and departments
• Works independently requesting assistance from supervisor only as needed
• Abstains from criticizing the Clinic (COFMC), colleagues and supervisors
• Demonstrates loyalty to the Clinic (COFMC)COFMC, colleagues and supervisors
• Demonstrates support of the mission and vision of the Clinic (COFMC)
• Accepts and participates in cross training
• Takes initiative to identify skill development needs
• Commitment to the mission of COFMC.

Last updated on Dec 19, 2024