Urgent Care Medical Laboratory Technician

Position Summary:

The Medical Laboratory Technician, under general supervision and medical supervision, performs waived and moderately complex laboratory test defined by CLIA Regulations. Performs clinical laboratory test procedure in a manner that provides timely and accurate meaningful results in Hematology, Urinalysis and Chemistry and coagulation test. Knowledge of Quality control, Instrument calibration and preventative periodic maintenance of Instrument.  Effective and clear communication with medical staff clients and patients.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Perform Proficiency testing and monitor quality control functions for waived and moderately complex tests and test that do not require microscopic analysis such as CBC differential count except for UA microscopic examination.
• Demonstrate the required competency with instrument operation, and able to troubleshoot and follow through with service repair technician to ensure instrument is functioning in a timely manner.
• Receives, collects as well as process samples, verification of patient information, billing order, specimen amount and storage requirements.
• Accurately enters patients testing data and documents corrections appropriately to meet established turnaround time.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order by performing the periodic maintenance as scheduled and maintain clean work area. 
• Performs ordering, labeling maintaining inventory supply and putting away supplies to their proper storage temperature.
• Perform archiving, filing QC data, patient logs, instrument maintenance records, temperature, specimen rejection and instrument troubleshooting.
• Check pending list order at the end of each shift and notify nursing or providers for specimen submitted without test order.
• Respond to unacceptable results and takes appropriate action necessary to resolve discrepancies or problems with specimens and or refer problem to CLS or immediate supervisor.
• Adheres to laboratory safety standards including personal protective equipment.
• Answers phone calls for offices calling for results.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

• Minimum 6-month clinical training program approved by LFS resulting in Current California State (CDPH) Medical Laboratory Technician License

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:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual preferred

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
• Wearing protective personal equipment such as gloves, face shield, lab coats, goggles
• Working around lab equipment such as centrifuge and office equipment
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking; Lifting 0-20 lbs.; Carrying 0-20 lbs.; Bending, kneeling, climbing, pulling 0-10 lbs., repetitive use of hands, sample grasping, reaching body and hand twisting
• Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
• Travel to other clinics may be required based on business need

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.