Position Overview
Position Classification: Non‑Exempt.
This is a full time position.
Compensation Range: $28.16 TO $42.24.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, Paid Time Off.
Position‑Specific Responsibilities
* Coordinates with the Laboratory Manager in compliance and regulatory initiatives.
* Positive and supportive team member to hospital and TMHMC staff.
* Participates in interdepartmental process improvements and process evaluation.
* Attends monthly staff meetings.
* Acts as an internal consultant and educator to clinic & hospital staff in areas of expertise as needed.
* Demonstrates a professional and caring attitude to patients and coworkers.
* Strives to ensure continual compliance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
* Participates in mandatory in‑services.
* Adheres to policies and procedures for infection control, HIPAA, safety, and risk management.
* Maintains par level supplies and restocks as needed.
* Writes/amends/reviews updates to policies and procedures to reflect practice and regulatory requirements.
* Proficient in Laboratory Information System (LIS) operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
* Troubleshoots results and correlates with diagnosis.
* Coordinates and participates in proficiency testing.
* Critical values: identify, repeat, and report to the proper person and document.
* Proficiency in the operation of all analyzers and laboratory equipment.
* Performs routine urinalysis (UA) procedures and backup tests.
* Performs micro procedures accurately.
* Performs routine/special hematology procedures.
* Performs routine/special blood bank procedures.
* Performs routine/special chemistry procedures.
* Performs routine/special serology and coagulation procedures.
* Maintains professional physician interaction.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Organization‑Specific Responsibilities
* Demonstrates full commitment to MRH values and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
* Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
* Adheres to MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
* Exhibits initiative and self‑motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
* Completes required annual education, training, in‑services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.
* Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
* Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
* Actively contributes to departmental and organization‑wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
* Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
* Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.
Qualifications
* Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver’s license).
* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
* Must successfully pass a background check.
* Must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
* Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.
* Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution or equivalent.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).
* Medical terminology knowledge.
Education, Licensure, and Certification
Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution or equivalent.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).
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