Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Mt. Pleasant Hospital - Weekend Only Work

HOURS:

36 hrs./week, Friday - Sunday, 6:00am - 6:30pm

LOCATION:

Mount Pleasant Hospital

*Generalist, including Blood Bank experience preferred. Experience with Epic Beaker highly preferred*

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position  

Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria. Performs duties under minimal supervision. Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed. 

Essential Job Functions  

• Technical Procedures: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality – accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.  

• Instrumentation: Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary. 

• Information Handling: Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actions appropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.  

• Communication/Customer Service: Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments – accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate. Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff.  

• Compliance/Safety: Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals. 

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 

• ASCP, NCA or AMT registered as a MLT (required) As of 3/27/25 if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.

Education 

• A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology, or Associates degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training (required)  

• In lieu of an Associates degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP or NCA. 

Work Experience 

• Not Required                                 

Skills 

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

• Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints.  

• Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.  

• Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. 

Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

• Demonstrates excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. 

• Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.