Southeast San Diego Senior Medical Laboratory Technician

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Lab Management Team, performs quality control and assists in patients testing when needed; operates and maintains point of care lab equipment (CLIA waived and moderate complexity testing); conducts problem resolution, supply inventories and record keeping; renders excellent and effective communication to laboratory internal and external customers.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Oversees the work activities and problem solving of the CPTs and MLTs at the Urgent Care laboratory

Assists in performing training/competency testing for Ambulatory Care personnel in the operation of waived and moderately complex point of care equipment

May assist in scheduling the CPTs and MLTs to match the demands of the daily workflow of the laboratory

May assist in managing to ensure technical competencies and skill improvement process of the lab team including training new hires

Monitor, operate and troubleshoot both waived and moderate complexity point of care instruments

Perform required Quality Control testing on all point of care testing instrument

Determines the acceptability of the quality control testing results prior to patient testing

Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving

Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents and test devices

Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary

May assist the Laboratory Manager or designee in implementing new/improved workflow and processes in continual approach including validation and verification on new testing platforms

Prepare for auditing and accreditations and ensures regulatory compliance of the laboratory

Assist with the processing of specimens and patient testing when needed

Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Support in implementing and validating new testing platforms

Have knowledge and skills in specimen preparation, storage and disposal of specimen, revision of daily temperature and recording; according to laboratory SOPs

Perform records keeping of CLIA waived and moderate complexity testing according to laboratory SOPs

Demonstrate basic computer literacy to meet department needs and duties (i.e. records keeping, health record entries, results tracking, etc.)

Ability to multi task, flexible, ensures accuracy and completeness of work, adaptable to changes in department and business needs

Possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credible commitment to high standards with excellent communication skills; effectively and clearly communicate verbally and in writing with patients and other customers

Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on the business needs

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Adhere to the established departmental policies and objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards

Maintain current continuing education and professional licensure

Attend and participate in meetings and additional duties as required

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

5 years’ experience as Medical Laboratory Technician in a reference lab or urgent care setting

Education Required:

Associate degree or 60 semester or equivalent quarter units in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

Certifications Required:

Current California State (CDPH) Medical Laboratory Technician License

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job:

Must have excellent English speaking and writing skills

Very strong presentation skills required

Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job:

Familiarity and experience working with various laboratory instruments such as ISTAT; Piccolo; Chemistry Analyzer; Coulter or any CBC instruments; Urinalysis instruments, such as Clinitek or Seimens Urine analyzer; and/or Coagu-Check instruments

Proficient in medical terminology

Basic computer skills and literacy

Demonstrate ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate in working with others

Ability to work well in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Demonstrate respect for diversity

Strong attention to detail

Outstanding organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills

Equipment Used:

Various Lab testing equipment and materials, computers, phones, copy machines and fax machines

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens subject to varying and unpredictable situations

Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens and patients

Frequent prolonged standing/walking

Occasionally subjected to irregular hours

Lifting 0-20 lbs.

Carrying 0-20 lbs.

Bending, kneeling, climbing, and pulling 0-10 lbs., repetitive use of hands, sample grasping, reaching body and hand twisting

Wearing protective personal equipment such as gloves, face shield, lab coats, goggles, etc.

Working around electrical workplace equipment (e.g. centrifuge)

Universal Requirements:

Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.