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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High School graduation and completion of one (1) year of a bachelor in MLS program or one (1) year of associates in MLT program.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Works cooperatively and proactively with other team members.
2. Completes assigned projects and tasks in a timely, accurate, high quality manner.
3. Tracks progress, deadlines, and priorities of all assigned projects.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to interact positively with people of all ages and backgrounds.
2. An ability to communicate effectively.
3. A knowledge of the skills important to customer service, researching and delivering a creative project, and the willingness to learn and develop further knowledge and skills in these areas.
4. Operation of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel.
5. Good organizational abilities with a strong attention to detail.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High School graduation and completion of one year of applicable degree program in related field of study.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Works cooperatively and proactively with other team members.
2. Completes assigned projects and tasks in a timely, accurate, high quality manner.
3. Tracks progress, deadlines, and priorities of all assigned projects.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to interact positively with people of all ages and backgrounds.
2. An ability to communicate effectively.
3. A knowledge of the skills important to customer service, researching and delivering a creative project, and the willingness to learn and develop further knowledge and skills in these areas.
4. Operation of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel.
5. Good organizational abilities with a strong attention to detail.
Additional Job Description:
Assist with a variety of chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests and procedures to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases, following established standards and practices with the aid of automated, semi-automated, and/or manual methodologies. The extern will have the opportunity to observe and assist in a variety of lab procedures for educational enhancement during the clinical program to become a Medical Laboratory Technician.
- Essential Functions: Assist MLT's and MT's with the following responsibilities
Organizes, labels and/or numbers specimens and sets up appropriate materials for test set-up
- Measures and dispenses specified amounts of specimen and reagent for test.
*Runs patient sample through automated or manual protocols and monitors functions of test systems and instruments under the guidance of MLT or MT
*Identifies possible cause of problem, implements initiates corrective actions under the guidance of MLT, MT, or Supervisor
*Enters test results/-related data into computer after MLT or MT evaluates controls and found to be within limits.
* Telephones and documents panic values
* Sets up, performs, records programmed quality control materials according to established control limits
* Learn basic quality control functions, evaluate acceptance criteria, and troubleshooting processes.
* Comply with hospital and departmental attendance guidelines, Laboratory Regulatory guidelines, Compliance program, Code of Conduct, requiring adherence to all regulations, including HIPAA, and promptly reports all suspected violations of such programs and regulations
* Supplements clerical functions to maintain efficient, timely reports. Answers phone and provides information concerning testing results without jeopardizing confidentiality of patient records
* Learn and assist with routine scheduled maintenance, cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and work areas not otherwise cleaned by housekeeping. Replenishes and rotates lab stocks of consumable materials and report needs to supervisor
* Enhance professional growth and development of self and staff through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, meetings, and workshop opportunities.
* Performs other duties as assigned
Focusoftheexternprogramincludes:
-Learn basic quality control functions and acceptability criteria
-Assist performing automated and manual test procedures
-Learn to troubleshoot and diagnose instrument error codes
-Observingproceduresforeducationalenhancement,includingbutnotlimitedto
cell morphology, body fluid analysis, and microbiology plate reading
-Enhanceprofessionalgrowthanddevelopmentthroughparticipationin
educationalprogramssuchasin-services,meetings,andworkshops
- Prerequisites:
- Completion of one (1) year and currently enrolled in a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist accredited program
- Essential Job-Related Experience
- Maintain a 2.5 or better GPA
- Must keep competencies current
- Must demonstrate critical thinking and effective communication skills
Ability to maintain/update the computer competencies as required for the position
Externresponsibilitiesinclude:
-Automated and manualtestprocedures
-Instrument use and maintenance requirements
-Physician interaction with critical result reporting
-Replenish and rotate lab stock, including reagent inventory
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
16Shift:
Varied (United States of America)Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company:
UNTWN Uniontown HospitalCost Center:
112 UNTWN Clinical LabsAddress:
500 W Berkeley StreetUniontownPennsylvaniaEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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