Medical Laboratory Technician-Nebraska Internal Medicine

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The BPN Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• *Performs routine laboratory tests according to laboratory standards, policies and procedures.
• *Analyzes test results and enters data into the computer using laboratory standards, policies, and procedures.
• *Performs and analyzes quality control measures to ensure accurate clinical data.
• *Maintains competency and proficiency on all laboratory instrumentation and procedures; performs and documents preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment, troubleshooting problems as necessary.
• *Communicates with coworkers, clients and leadership by transmitting appropriate ideas, information and opinions clearly and concisely; maintains employee, patient, client and corporate confidentiality.
• *Performs general housekeeping tasks to maintain work area order; maintains adequate supplies in the work area.
• *Participates in cross-training within laboratory divisions.
• Assists in training new employees and students.
• Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related laboratory science from a two-year accredited college or CLIA- approved Military MLT program required. American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) certification as an MLT (ASCP) or equivalency preferred. #LI-MM1