Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician

Center for Primary Care

Who we are:

For over 30 years the Center for Primary Care (CPC) has cared for families in the CSRA by providing patients with the most convenient, accessible, and personal healthcare available. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the families we serve by providing compassionate and high-quality care in a joyful setting. The physicians, healthcare professionals, and support team at our 9 practices, plus laboratory, imaging, and corporate locations work to transform our mission into action.

What our employees say:

At Center for Primary Care, we understand that the work environment is as important as the hard work you do. Center for Primary Care is Great Place to Work Certified which means our employees share feedback on their work culture experiences and we listen and strive to create positive employee experiences centered on joy, trust, and belonging.

Learn more about CPC’s culture and Great Place to Work Certification by clicking on the link below: Working at Center for Primary Care | Great Place To Work®

 

Benefits for you and your family:

Coverage that cares for body, mind, and spirit.

Retirement plan with generous employer match and profit sharing.

Mental Health Support Services.

PTO and Paid Parental Leave.

Scheduled Bonuses.

 

Medical Laboratory Technician

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing routine medical laboratory tests and providing high-quality results for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates, through behavior, Center for Primary Care’s Mission Statement.
• Assist with maintenance of all reimbursement to remain current.
• Promotes positive public relations towards patients, visitors, families, physicians, and others. Exhibits characteristics consistent with CPC values for quality, teamwork, and pride.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines.
• Follows CPC guidelines, infection prevention practices, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy, and follows safety and workplace incident procedures.
• Performs instrument calibrations as required by the manufacturer, or as needed.
• Performs quality control and maintenance as scheduled. Reports control values that are out of range to his/her supervisor.
• Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment.
• Effectively communicates test results to CPC providers regarding their patients. Communicates unusual cases to his/her manager.
• Maintains a current level of knowledge of laboratory theory by reviewing technical journals and by attending seminars and workshops.
• Accurately performs venipuncture, capillary sticks, and collection of specimens according to laboratory guidelines.
• Documents and reports lab results appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Knows and observes policies set by OSHA and CLIA.
• Orders lab supplies, cleans, and stocks work area.
• Knows criteria for specimen acceptance, maintains accurate specimen logs and records, prepares and transmits reports clearly and completely.
• Physical appearance and conduct are consistent with acceptable professional ethics and CPC standards.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

 

All essential functions must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.

 

Qualifications for Success:

Education, License/Certification, and Experience Requirements

 

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree from an accredited Medical / Clinical Laboratory Technologist program. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited Medical / Clinical Laboratory Technologist program preferred.

 

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:

One of the following:

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

• American Medical Technologist (AMT)

 

Experience: Minimum 1+ years of experience as a Medical / Clinical Laboratory Technologist. 2+ years of experience as a Medical / Clinical Laboratory Technologist preferred.

• Knowledgeable of electronic medical record system and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Ability to identify emergent medical situations.
• Ability to effectively function in a fast-paced, time-sensitive work environment.
• Capable of managing several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

 

Conduct And Behavior Standards:

Employees must conform to all Center for Primary Care organizational and departmental policies and procedures including but not limited to:

        • Mission

        • Vision

        • Values

        • Standards of Conduct as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

        • Establishes and maintains a history of regular attendance.

        • Makes appropriate use of PTO and observes department call-in procedures for absence.

        • Establishes and maintains punctual work habits.

        • Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks.  

        • Attends and participates in mandatory training/meetings, as required.

• Contributes to the successful achievement of company goals and objectives and will facilitate staff cohesiveness and communication. 

 

Additional Job Details:

Work Setting: On-site

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Compensation: Market competitive base pay, commensurate with education and experience.

 

Center for Primary Care is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.

 

Center for Primary Care is a Drug-Free Workplace employer.