Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - 13 Week Contract Monday-Thursday: 08:00 AM - 07:30 PM; 10 hour days
Job Description:
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs various technical, clerical, and information systems related procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Bank, specimen procurement, and other laboratory areas as requested on patient specimens, control materials, and proficiency samples. The MLT operates laboratory equipment within established policies to provide timely and accurate test results to doctors, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities:
Analyze laboratory findings to ensure accuracy of results.
Enter data from medical tests and clinical results into the computer for storage.
Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.
Prepare and analyze slides and specimens of human blood, tissue, or other cells.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis, including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology.
Establish and monitor quality assurance programs to ensure accuracy of laboratory results.
Collect and analyze blood samples for various tests, including blood group and compatibility for transfusion.
Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids to determine the presence of normal and abnormal components.
Provide technical information about test results to physicians and family members.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure: Must have active Phlebotomist License and active Washington State MA-P License.
