Medical Lab Scientist (MLS or MLT) - Clermont Hospital
Mercy HealthAbout the role
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Days/Evenings (United States of America)Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Medical Lab Technicians (MLTII) assist physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to make appropriate determinations.
Essential Job Functions
Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.
Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.
Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.
Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.
Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.
Assist with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.
Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.
Assists with inventory control.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required) for BSMH.
For RSFH (as of 3/27/25) if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
Education
Must have one of the following:
Associates, Medical Lab Technology
Completed at least 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency
Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years
Work Experience
3 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (required)
Training
None
Skills
Active Listening
Service Orientation
Coordination
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Organization
Time Management
Data Entry
Microsoft Office
Telephone Skills
Lab Information Systems
Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
Analyze data
Laboratory equipment
Quality assurance and control
Chemistry
Biology
Phlebotomy
Patient care
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Prolonged periods of working alone
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 34-66%
Walking 67-100%
Standing 67-100%
Additional Physical Requirements/Haza
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