Micro Tech MT/MLT

Micro Tech MT/MTL Job, Part-Time Saturday/Sunday, 7a-3:30p

Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital is hiring for a  Job, Part-Time Saturday/Sunday 7a-3:30pm  Micro Tech MT/MLT in Brockton, MA.

Type: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Shift Details: Saturday/Sunday 7a-3:30p

A New Day

Our recently renovated Brockton Hospital is a modern healthcare facility with a focus on superior patient care and safety. Following extensive renovations, the hospital is equipped with an advanced infrastructure to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the community. Join our team at Brockton Hospital and be better and stronger than ever.

Micro Tech MT/MLT Roles and Responsibilities: 

Proficient in reading all Clinical Microbiology cultures. Proficient in reading all Clinical Microbiology gram stains. Familiar with CAP and CLSI standards. Function independently in applying appropriate Judgment regarding type and acceptability of test results. Refer unusual problems or issues regarding unfamiliar situations, test procedures, or complaints requiring supervisory attention to the appropriate personnel.  Maintain proficiency and perform diagnostic tests in all areas of the Microbiology laboratory .  Perform diagnostic tests in accordance with laboratory procedures and policies.  Communicate with medical staff and/or office staff as needed (i.e. specimen issues, order questions, result communication.) and documents communications appropriately.  Receive and process specimens from inpatients and outpatients.  Evaluate specimens for acceptability for proper testing. Investigate and document problems with unacceptable specimens.  Ensure test results correlate with patient's available LIS history. Effectively investigate delta checks. Understands age specific normal values.  Accurately enter results into the LIS. Timely review all manually entered results.  Effectively communicate all required results to appropriate personnel depending on priority in accordance with lab policy.  Assist Supervisor or Micro Specialist with validations of new instruments if needed.  Complete periodic proficiency survey tests and required reports.  Maintain confidentiality of all patient reports and distribute to those authorized.  Complete yearly competencies of all tests.  Prepare and sets-up equipment for various tests, assure proper calibration and maintenance of equipment.  Operate within established control parameters for all laboratory tests.  Ensure constant documentation and retention of all quality control data.  Perform and record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks on laboratory equipment.  Troubleshoot instruments, equipment, reagents and patient specimens when problems occur. Notify the Supervisor if unable to solve the problem.  Practice efficient economical use of laboratory supplies and reagents.  Ensures adequate availability of required supplies and reagents and communicates to appropriate supervisory personnel when necessary.  Keep current with new developments in the field of clinical laboratory, including procedures, techniques, equipment and computers.  Function independently in applying appropriate Judgment regarding type and acceptability of test results Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, respectful, and courteous environment. Commit to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).  Communicate effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.  Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:

At Signature Healthcare we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture for our employees to grow and flourish., so if you're interested in this opportunity but your experience does not align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

Required

  Education: Associate’s/ Bachelor’s Degree in Biology / Medical Technology or Equivalent required   Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in a Microbiology laboratory setting.  Software/Hardware: Meditech, Microsoft Office 

Preferred

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