Medical Laboratory Technician FT

## Description
**Summary** Performs chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases by performing the following duties.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities** include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Conducts chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components
• Studies and evaluates blood cells, their numbers, and morphology.
• Performs blood group, type and compatibility testing for transfusion administration.
• Analyzes test results and enters findings in LIS computer.
• Performs quality control studies to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
• Engages in medical research under direction of Lab supervisor or Lab director.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure.
• Verifies instrument functioning by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data.
• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.
• Trains and supervises students as needed.
• Completes and documents all required training and competency annually according to COLA and CLIA guidelines.
• Trains and supervises students as needed.
• Communicates all issues with laboratory workload, QC, personnel and students with Technical Supervisor.
• Performs phlebotomy functions and non-technical duties in areas including the hospital laboratory, outpatient and off-site services to include assembling all equipment required.
• Verifies or records identity of patient or donor by utilizing COLA and CLIA guidelines and converses with patient or donor to allay fear of procedure.
• Provides courier services as required for lab and outlying clinics, which includes ensuring your own transportation for pick-up and deliveries as required.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must have a working phone or pager to ensure that you’re available for laboratory Consultation when needed with all hospital and outlying clinic employees.
• Ensures all COLA, CLIA, CMS, and Joint Commission standards are met.
• Will adhere to guidelines set forth in the CMMC Standards of Excellence and Code of Conduct.
• A valid Texas Driver’s License is required, as the job duties include traveling to all CMMC campuses, as appropriate.

**Education and/or Experience**

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations**

CPR certification preferred

MLT certification or equivalent eligibility under Medical Lab Technicians regulations

## Qualifications

**Education and/or Experience**

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations**

• CPR certification preferred
• MLT certification or equivalent eligibility under Medical Lab Technicians regulations