The Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine tests in a medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs manual and automated routine blood tests
Prepares specimens for microscopic examination
Operates laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry bath incubators and blood bank refrigerators
Applies standard laboratory concepts, practices and procedures within a defined field; may specialize in hematology, blood bank, cytology, histology, or chemistry
Performs daily instrument maintenance and quality control
Knowledge of critical values
Maintains accurate records and data reporting
Compliance with workplace policies and procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control
Ensures to comply with HIPAA, CLIA, COLA, and CAP regulatory requirements
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program and successful completion of national exam administered by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathology
One year experience as a MLT preferred but not required.
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.