Bayhealth
Medical Lab Technician
Bayhealth, Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904
Location: Kent Campus Hospital
Status:
Part Time 48 Hours
Shift:
Nights
SALARY RANGE:
23.20 - 35.48HOURLY
About our Lab:
One of the few labs in the country that has a Keistra automated Microbiology instrument.We stay up to date with technology-get new instrumentation every 5 yearsGreat relationship with Oncology. The Oncologists make frequent visits to the Lab and enjoy helping our teamBenefits and Perks for Being on Our Team
Bayhealth offers employees a competitive benefits package because we value our team members, we support their career growth, and we want them and their families to stay healthy.
Our employee benefits include:
Flexible health insurance benefits through our Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Dental, and Vision.Basic and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverageBasic and supplemental life insuranceBayhealth Child Care Center (Kent Co. Campus)Dependent life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees with personal and/or work-related challengesFlexible spending accounts (FSAs) - healthcare and dependent daycareShort- and long-term disability coverageChoice of retirement savings plans including 410(k) and 403(b)What's Next
Once you've applied, a recruiter will reach out to talk more about your interest. If you are qualified for the position, we'll coordinate an interview with a hiring manager and peers within the department.
General Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Technician, under the general supervision of a Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist or Charge Tech, is responsible for the proper performance of all laboratory procedures and reporting of test results. The Medical Laboratory Technician's responsibilities may include receiving specimens, verifying proper patient identification, and verifying specimen acceptability. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates technical knowledge, competence, and skill in performing applicable laboratory procedures and reporting of test results in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and all applicable regulatory standards. Demonstrates ability to appropriately prioritize work for optimal patient care and to meet established turnaround time goals. Handles varying workloads while maintaining accuracy.2. Follows through on all tests, procedures, or tasks left from the previous shift, and reports any incomplete assignments to assure continuity of procedures. Communicates all necessary information to assure work is completed without interruption of service. Calls all critical/significant values as soon as available and documents action per protocol. Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with lab coworkers, physicians, other caregivers, patients, and vendors.3. Consults with lead tech, supervisor, or pathologist prior to releasing test results whenever test findings are inconsistent with the clinical picture, or whenever difficulties with the procedure are encountered and are unresolved. Identifies, investigates, and communicates appropriately all unusual/unexpected results or situations.4. Performs and evaluates all required quality control and maintenance procedures per protocol with complete and accurate documentation. Implements corrective action as appropriate. Demonstrates effective problem-solving and instrument troubleshooting skills. Recognizes deviation from expected results. Identifies, investigates, and communicates unusual or unexpected results or situations.5. Embraces a culture of safety by ensuring all Infection Control / Safety protocols are always followed. Maintains cleanliness of own work area and equipment. Helps maintain organization and cleanliness of work/storage areas.6. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility by utilizing all supplies appropriately to avoid wastage. Replaces all supplies used during the shift to assure volumes are sufficient for the following shift, and properly disposes of waste. Rotates stock to ensure oldest supplies are used first.7. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities
Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
Education: Associate Degree; Medical Lab Sciences; Associate in Science in medical laboratory technology or 52 week military training certificate OR Senior Bachelor of Science student in Medical Technology, with successful completion of on campus courses and currently participating in clinical laboratory rotations OR Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical or biological science OR other qualifications meeting the CLIA Requirements for High Complexity Testing PersonnelCredential(s): ;Experience:Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
Education:Credential(s):Experience:
To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit:
https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/
Status:
Part Time 48 Hours
Shift:
Nights
SALARY RANGE:
23.20 - 35.48HOURLY
About our Lab:
One of the few labs in the country that has a Keistra automated Microbiology instrument.We stay up to date with technology-get new instrumentation every 5 yearsGreat relationship with Oncology. The Oncologists make frequent visits to the Lab and enjoy helping our teamBenefits and Perks for Being on Our Team
Bayhealth offers employees a competitive benefits package because we value our team members, we support their career growth, and we want them and their families to stay healthy.
Our employee benefits include:
Flexible health insurance benefits through our Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Dental, and Vision.Basic and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverageBasic and supplemental life insuranceBayhealth Child Care Center (Kent Co. Campus)Dependent life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees with personal and/or work-related challengesFlexible spending accounts (FSAs) - healthcare and dependent daycareShort- and long-term disability coverageChoice of retirement savings plans including 410(k) and 403(b)What's Next
Once you've applied, a recruiter will reach out to talk more about your interest. If you are qualified for the position, we'll coordinate an interview with a hiring manager and peers within the department.
General Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Technician, under the general supervision of a Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist or Charge Tech, is responsible for the proper performance of all laboratory procedures and reporting of test results. The Medical Laboratory Technician's responsibilities may include receiving specimens, verifying proper patient identification, and verifying specimen acceptability. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates technical knowledge, competence, and skill in performing applicable laboratory procedures and reporting of test results in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and all applicable regulatory standards. Demonstrates ability to appropriately prioritize work for optimal patient care and to meet established turnaround time goals. Handles varying workloads while maintaining accuracy.2. Follows through on all tests, procedures, or tasks left from the previous shift, and reports any incomplete assignments to assure continuity of procedures. Communicates all necessary information to assure work is completed without interruption of service. Calls all critical/significant values as soon as available and documents action per protocol. Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with lab coworkers, physicians, other caregivers, patients, and vendors.3. Consults with lead tech, supervisor, or pathologist prior to releasing test results whenever test findings are inconsistent with the clinical picture, or whenever difficulties with the procedure are encountered and are unresolved. Identifies, investigates, and communicates appropriately all unusual/unexpected results or situations.4. Performs and evaluates all required quality control and maintenance procedures per protocol with complete and accurate documentation. Implements corrective action as appropriate. Demonstrates effective problem-solving and instrument troubleshooting skills. Recognizes deviation from expected results. Identifies, investigates, and communicates unusual or unexpected results or situations.5. Embraces a culture of safety by ensuring all Infection Control / Safety protocols are always followed. Maintains cleanliness of own work area and equipment. Helps maintain organization and cleanliness of work/storage areas.6. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility by utilizing all supplies appropriately to avoid wastage. Replaces all supplies used during the shift to assure volumes are sufficient for the following shift, and properly disposes of waste. Rotates stock to ensure oldest supplies are used first.7. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities
Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
Education: Associate Degree; Medical Lab Sciences; Associate in Science in medical laboratory technology or 52 week military training certificate OR Senior Bachelor of Science student in Medical Technology, with successful completion of on campus courses and currently participating in clinical laboratory rotations OR Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical or biological science OR other qualifications meeting the CLIA Requirements for High Complexity Testing PersonnelCredential(s): ;Experience:Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
Education:Credential(s):Experience:
To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit:
https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/