Job Description:

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist

Department: Lab

Overtime Status: Non-Exempt

Position reports to: Lab Manager

Location of position: Wichita, KS

Position Summary:

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs analysis requiring a complex network of steps and variables. The Medical Laboratory Technologist recognizes technical, instrumental or physical problems, identifies the cause and evaluates alternative solutions where no pre-set criteria are available. Confirms and verifies laboratory results utilizing in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments. Correlates and interprets data based on knowledge of physiological conditions affecting test results. Establishes and monitors quality assurance programs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis requiring complex network of steps and variables
• Verify patient information and test requisitions
• Prioritize testing procedures and complete those procedures in an accurate and timely manner
• Execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings
• Collect and interpret data
• Organize and store all chemical substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions
• Record all data and results in EHR with accuracy and responsibility
• Maintain laboratory equipment
• Obtain blood specimens by performing venipunctures
• Maintain specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following departmental procedure
• Track collected specimens following departmental procedure
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field, preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of procedures, theory, and techniques employed in medical laboratories.
• ASCP certified, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Skill in appropriate documentation and records maintenance.
• Skill in usage of PC, multi-line phone, copier, fax, and printer.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply written guidelines and procedures to standard work practice.
• Ability to speak effectively before individuals and/or groups.
• Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
• Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.
• Must have good manual dexterity and ability to use both hands and tools to manipulate small and delicate parts.
• Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing or walking may be required, should be able to transport approximately 0-50lbs.

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to:

• Blood
• Body fluids
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Sharp objects potentially contaminated with blood borne pathogens or other infectious agents
• Fast paced clinical environment
• Contact with Physicians, staff, patients, care givers and other medical facilities

Wichita Urology Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wichita Urology Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Wichita Urology Group expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wichita Urology Group’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.