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GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed.
The Medical Technologist in the Chemistry Lab performs chemical tests on patient specimens to provide vital information to medical staff for diagnostic or interpretive purposes, and performs this testing following prescribed methods and procedures and meeting established deadlines.
The Medical Technologist reports to the Laboratory Supervisor of the area in which he or she is working.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.
• Performs procedures utilizing automated instrumentation and manual methods
• Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation and reporting of results with supervisor review as appropriate
• Perform basic laboratory procedures and an expanded scope of testing independently, accurately, efficiently, and according to approved procedures.
• Perform and document quality control and corrective action on all procedures accurately and according to approved protocol.
• Document and enter test information accurately.
• Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Recognize abnormal results and refers them to designated supervisory personnel.
• Performs and keeps accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control
• Refers problems and unusual results to appropriate personnel
• Performs clerical and support services as needed.
• Responds to customer needs and requests
• Participates in proficiency testing according to lab policy
• Participates in continuing education programs related to laboratories
• Collects specimens from Central Processing and separates/delivers specimens to proper testing stations.
• Prepares reagents and controls used in conducting blood and urine tests (requires pipetting skills).
• Operates and maintains a variety of laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and automated blood analyzers.
• Measures specimens and/or reagents quantitatively using pipettes, making necessary dilutions in accordance with standard procedures using manual or automated methods. May prepare solutions and reagents used in conducting patient tests.
• Performs automated and manual testing in chemistry and blood gas departments. Consults with supervisory technologist regarding difficult analyses or abnormal findings.
• Records all results of tests per procedure. Operates computer terminals to enter and retrieve pertinent laboratory information and reports, corrects inaccurate laboratory data.
• Calls critical patient results per lab and hospital policy and documents all calls completely and in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with all laboratory and hospital staff, patients and outside locations.
• Follows all safety (including infection control and hazardous material) policies and procedures. Notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Successfully participates in safety education and all required competency activities
• Performs interpretation of patient and quality control results accurately
• Ensures patient results are not released until remedial actions are completed and documented QUALIFICATIONS: (MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.)
• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Lab Science and certification eligible
OR
• Certification eligible CLT at MGH with one year of performance evaluations which meet or exceed expectations and
• Twelve hours of documented continuing education in previous year according to lab specific policy
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: (MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.)
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding standard laboratory math and calculations needed to complete various work assignments.
• Read, write, comprehend English sufficiently to communicate with patients, laboratory or hospital staff and follow procedures.
• Understands and practices standard safety and infection control procedures including standard precautions.
• Possess manual dexterity and visual accuracy.
• Capable of physical exertion, including walking, standing, sitting, and bending.
• Able to work under stress of time constraints and heavy workload demands requiring accuracy.
• Able to complete initial and annual competencies successfully
• Ability to work in conjunction with other laboratory staff to gain skills and experience in a variety of duties
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with individuals in the lab and hospital
• Ability to learn several aspects of laboratory operation (testing, LIS, QC)
• Basic computer skills including word and spreadsheet documents and LIS.
• Neat and orderly work habits
• Careful attention to detail and written protocols
• Appropriate level of professionalism
• Knowledge of standard laboratory practice and technique.
• May perform duties on evenings, nights, weekends, and/or holidays as required by the supervisor.
• Good customer service skills
• High level of analytical ability and judgement
• Good understanding of department policies and procedures, test principles and equipment operation,
• Ability to work independently on standard procedures and assignments
• High level of professionalism
• Ability to participate as requested in performance improvement, work re-design and divisional development projects
WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed.
Working environment is a clinical laboratory. Staff handles potentially biohazardous body fluid samples (e.g. blood, urine, CSF) from patients and animals (research samples).
Work is performed in a highly structured laboratory in which protective clothing (including personal protective garment and gloves) must be worn.
No food or drink is allowed in laboratory working areas.
Environment may also be noisy or crowded, with temperature variations.
Lift at least 20 pounds.
Job requires repetitive movements.
Preparation and use of reagents and chemicals
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