JOB DESCRIPTION
WEST HOLT MEDICAL SERVICES
POSITION:
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (ASCP)
DEPARTMENT:
LABORATORY
REPORTS TO:
LABORATORY TEAM LEADER
FTE’s:
0.9
NON-EXEMPT
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Medical Technologist will be responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing
in all areas of the department. This employee will have considerable independence in
performing testing and will be expected to use self-discipline and judgment accordingly.
This employee will follow all established standards of practice. This individual may
assume some of the decision-making responsibilities generally assigned to the department
supervisor and may be responsible for giving direction to the laboratory staff. The
employee will work with self discipline, good judgment, and considerable independence
while following established standards of practice. Overall will demonstrate technical
competency and will consult with the supervisor. This position may involve working
with patients of the following age groups: pediatrics, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
The Medical Technologist must understand the use and limitations of the laboratory
instrumentation and equipment. Must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of the clinical
laboratory. Must be able to learn and utilize new technology as laboratory medicine
changes. Must utilize appropriate protocol relating to the physical and psychological
needs of patients.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:
Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology and accreditation with ASCP or equivalent.
EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:
Scheduled work hours will vary based on the needs of the department or at the discretion
of the supervisor. Work hours may include day, weekends and holidays. Position also
requires taking call hours.
SKILLS NEEDED:
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Organized
Detail oriented
Multi task
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Focused
Computer skills (LIS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Communicate effectively: communicate effectively with everyone you come in contact
with at West Holt by:
 Listening to and respecting all requests
 Providing information in a timely manner
 Following through with commitments
 Expressing yourself in a positive and respectful manner.
Make this your place: take ownership. If you see something that needs to be done, do it.
Accept Diversity: keep an open mind to ideas and cultures that are different from your
own.
Know, understand and own the responsibilities of your role in the West Holt experience.
Learn from each encounter to exceed expectations and increase everyone’s satisfaction.
Greet everyone with a friendly smile: create a positive experience for co-workers and
guests.
Foster a West Holt Team Environment: treat everyone with respect and value his or her
contribution. Recognize others for a job well done.
Embrace and support change: listen with a willingness to be influenced.
Be proud of your calling:
 Have pride in yourself and your appearance.
 Wear your name badge at work
 Be on time
 Dress appropriately for your role at West Holt Medical Services
 Take good care of yourself and others
DUTIES:
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Responsible for providing day to day supervision of high complexity test
performance as needed.
When collecting patient specimens, follows the laboratory policy for patient
identification and specimen labeling. Demonstrates clinical and technical
competency in collection of specimens. Handles specimens properly regarding
collection, processing, and storage. Prepares and process specimens for transport
if necessary. Demonstrates knowledge of specimen requirements and understands
the necessity of specimen integrity. Processes specimens for testing performed in
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the lab and reference lab following protocol to ensure appropriate tests are
ordered and specimen handling is performed correctly. Follows proper procedure
for storage of daily specimens tested and is able to locate and retrieve specimens
so add-on testing can be accommodated.
Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies by performing and
documenting all instrument and procedural calibrations as required.
Demonstrates technical competency in laboratory testing including the
performance of quality control. Performs & documents routine quality control on
all procedures and instruments. Follows the laboratory’s established policies and
procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established
acceptable levels of performance. Is capable of identifying problems that may
adversely affect test performance and assures remedial actions are taken whenever
test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the
laboratory’s established performance specifications. Ensure patient test results
are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is
properly functioning
Performs testing of all complexity in the laboratory. Monitors test analyses and
specimen examination to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance is
maintained. Recognizes and troubleshoots pre-analytical, analytical, and postanalytical causes of discrepant results. Follows the laboratory’s procedures for
test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
Calls critical values to the nurses’ station and/or physician, as needed. Sends
daily work to the floor to be charted on the patient’s chart as quickly as possible.
Sends a copy of reports to physicians and rest home as required.
Completes all paperwork involved in the testing of patient samples. This includes
examining the requisition/provider’s order to make sure that it is complete and
that there is an appropriate diagnosis for each test, entering the patient and tests
into the LIS, entering the patient on the appropriate worksheets, comparing the
results from the interfaced instruments with values in the LIS or entering results
into the LIS, and sending the results to the appropriate places. It also includes
processing the requisition by making sure the appropriate charges are circled,
making copies for the lab and HIM, making sure that there is a provider’s
signature, and placing all the copies in the appropriate places.
Print off reports from our reference lab and pathology group, check with our
worksheets to make sure all information is correct and document that we have
received the results. Then make copies for doctors, medical records and nursing
homes. Check for culture charges. Put our copy of the results with the
requisition. File in the appropriate place.
Performs the preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment as outlined in the
manuals. Ensures that equipment is assessed and documented as required.
Recognizes equipment malfunction and takes corrective action.
Participates in and maintains records that demonstrate the proficiency testing
samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
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Must have complete knowledge of the procedure for ordering, transporting, and
record keeping from the American Red Cross as outlined in the Blood Bank
Procedure Manual. Checks blood and releases crossmatched blood to RN.
Reviews daily worksheets and quality control as assigned by the supervisor
Provides orientation to all testing personnel. Also provides competency testing
for nursing personnel involving the waivered testing that they perform.
Must read and know the location of all of the procedure manuals.
Demonstrates teamwork by willingly participating in the ordering, stocking, and
organization of the department. Consistently ensures cleanliness and tidiness of
entire site.
Demonstrates accountability to ensure coverage of laboratory. Uses time well
during slow periods to accomplish departmental goals. Adapts to changes in
workload assignments as required or needed.
Provides bacteriological testing of hospital areas and equipment for infection
control when needed
Attends all departmental, all staff, and other required inservice meetings.
EMPLOYEE STATEMENT
____ I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to
perform all of the essential functions for this position.
I agree to comply with Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations and
standards of conduct relating to my position. As an employee, I understand my
duty to report any suspect violations of the law or the standards of conduct to my
immediate supervisor, Compliance Officer or the Chief Executive Officer.
Employee Name (print)
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Employee Signature
September 2010
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Date