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.