Southeast San Diego Senior Medical Laboratory Technician

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Lab Management Team, performs quality control and assists in patients testing when needed; operates and maintains point of care lab equipment (CLIA waived and moderate complexity testing); conducts problem resolution, supply inventories and record keeping; renders excellent and effective communication to laboratory internal and external customers.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Oversees the work activities and problem solving of the CPTs and MLTs at the Urgent Care laboratory
• Assists in performing training/competency testing for Ambulatory Care personnel in the operation of waived and moderately complex point of care equipment
• May assist in scheduling the CPTs and MLTs to match the demands of the daily workflow of the laboratory
• May assist in managing to ensure technical competencies and skill improvement process of the lab team including training new hires
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot both waived and moderate complexity point of care instruments
• Perform required Quality Control testing on all point of care testing instrument
• Determines the acceptability of the quality control testing results prior to patient testing
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents and test devices
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• May assist the Laboratory Manager or designee in implementing new/improved workflow and processes in continual approach including validation and verification on new testing platforms
• Prepare for auditing and accreditations and ensures regulatory compliance of the laboratory
• Assist with the processing of specimens and patient testing when needed
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Support in implementing and validating new testing platforms
• Have knowledge and skills in specimen preparation, storage and disposal of specimen, revision of daily temperature and recording; according to laboratory SOPs
• Perform records keeping of CLIA waived and moderate complexity testing according to laboratory SOPs
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy to meet department needs and duties (i.e. records keeping, health record entries, results tracking, etc.)
• Ability to multi task, flexible, ensures accuracy and completeness of work, adaptable to changes in department and business needs
• Possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credible commitment to high standards with excellent communication skills; effectively and clearly communicate verbally and in writing with patients and other customers
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on the business needs

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to the established departmental policies and objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
• Maintain current continuing education and professional licensure
• Attend and participate in meetings and additional duties as required

Job Requirements

Experience Required

• 5 years’ experience as Medical Laboratory Technician in a reference lab or urgent care setting

Education Required

• Associate degree or 60 semester or equivalent quarter units in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

Certifications Required

• Current California State (CDPH) Medical Laboratory Technician License
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job

• Must have excellent English speaking and writing skills
• Very strong presentation skills required

Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job

• Familiarity and experience working with various laboratory instruments such as ISTAT; Piccolo; Chemistry Analyzer; Coulter or any CBC instruments; Urinalysis instruments, such as Clinitek or Seimens Urine analyzer; and/or Coagu-Check instruments
• Proficient in medical terminology
• Basic computer skills and literacy
• Demonstrate ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate in working with others
• Ability to work well in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Demonstrate respect for diversity
• Strong attention to detail
• Outstanding organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills

Equipment Used

• Various Lab testing equipment and materials, computers, phones, copy machines and fax machines

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens subject to varying and unpredictable situations
• Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens and patients
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking
• Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
• Lifting 0-20 lbs.
• Carrying 0-20 lbs.
• Bending, kneeling, climbing, and pulling 0-10 lbs., repetitive use of hands, sample grasping, reaching body and hand twisting
• Wearing protective personal equipment such as gloves, face shield, lab coats, goggles, etc.
• Working around electrical workplace equipment (e.g. centrifuge)

Universal Requirements

Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.

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