MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified

Must be courteous to patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and other employees of the organization. Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of laboratory activity. Maintains proficiency and performs diagnostic tests in blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, clinical, microscopy, and bacteriology. Carries out and initiates follow-up of organic and inorganic diagnostic tests. Draws venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients as required. Packages specimens together with pertinent information. Arranges for delivery to reference laboratory. Prioritizes requests according to need and condition. Records and checks results of tests. Ensures prompt transmittal of accurate reports and test results to physicians and nursing units. Ensures proper reporting of charges and billing information for all services. Completes periodic proficiency survey tests for unknown samples submitted for analysis and completes required reports. Prepares and sets up equipment for tests. Assures proper calibration of equipment. Performs and records daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks of all laboratory equipment. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of clinical laboratory procedures, techniques, and equipment. Must wear facility-provided identification badge at all times. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers in a manner that reflects Falmouth Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service.