This part time position provides medical laboratory services in support of patient care and treatment. Clinic is open from 7 am-8 pm Monday -Friday; Saturday 8 am-2 pm Essential Functions: Performs testing in the Microbiology, Chemistry, Serology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Immunohematology sections including specimen receipt, preparation, analysis, and reporting of results. Calculates test results and measures prescribed quantities of samples during tests. Notice pertinent morphol... more details
Medical Technologist
ID
2023-21178
Category
Specialty Technicians - Medical Technologist
Facility
Belvoir Health Centers - Fairfax Clinic
Job Description
Position Overview:
This part time position provides medical laboratory services in support of patient care and treatment.
Clinic is open from 7am-8pm Monday -Friday; Saturday 8am-2pm
Essential Functions:
Performs testing in the Microbiology, Chemistry, Serology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Immunohematology sections including specimen receipt, preparation, analysis, and reporting of results.
Calculates test results and measures prescribed quantities of samples during tests.
Notice pertinent morphology/staining details of specimens under microscopic examination.
Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests either manually or using automated instruments.
Evaluates quality control information against measurable criteria in the performance of laboratory tests.
Performs precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures.
Receives written requisitions from health care providers for routine and special laboratory tests.
Sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment and apparatus.
Obtains laboratory specimens directly from patients by venipuncture, instruct patient and staff on proper specimen collection.
Add reagents or indicator solutions and subjects specimens to various laboratory operations according to established procedures.
Prepares slides for microscopic analysis as necessary.
Observes test reactions, changes of color, or formation of precipitates; studies or subjects treated specimens to automatic analyzing equipment to make qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Records test results to logs and requests slips and file reports in the health record.
Brings to the attention of the Supervisor any unusual or grossly abnormal test results.
Performs light general cleaning of work areas such as collection of trash, autoclaving of specimens, cleaning of bench tops and light dusting.
Prepares specimens for transport to outside laboratory if necessary.
Prepare biological waste for proper disposal.
Job Qualifications:
The job qualifications for this position are as follows:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology from a program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA), or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
One year related experience preferred.
Have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
Shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other staff members.
Have knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and automated records.
Person of contact: Lilian_Thao@Spectrum.com/703-225-1403
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