Medical Lab Technician- Fulltime: Evening/Weekend

Fulltime: Wednesday- Sunday 8:00p- 4:00a

Pay Range: $26-$30/hr.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Performs lab testing in the areas of Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation.

o Checks the quality control of each test prior to running and reporting patient results.

o Calls work lists on the computer, does editing of results and data enters test results.

o Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and bring any "rare and improbable" test results to the attention of a supervisor.

o Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed.

o Reviews daily specimen management reports.

o Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and ensures compliance with state requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records.

o Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed.

o Performs maintenance on the automated Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis instrumentation as needed.

o Records the quality control and maintains the QC records on all assays performed.

o Data enters results into the computer.

o Ensures that QC is within appropriate limits and brings problems to supervisor.

o Reviews work lists and work from automated analyzers to ensure accuracy and timely reporting of patient results.

o Performs differentials and urine sediments as needed.

o Performs other tasks and procedures that are commensurate with education, training and abilities.

o Responsible for all clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification and reporting of department testing.

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