As the Senior MLT, you will perform manual and automated analysis and specialized procedures on various blood and body fluids.  Interprets results and quality control studies to ensure reliable result reporting.  Processes clinical samples and performs as a phlebotomist as needed, promoting a team effort for peak efficiency.   Promotes a positive friendly image to patients, visitors and other hospital personnel. Assists supervisor with tasks related to the general operation of assigned section.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The training and competency checklist is complete. Keep the basket and drawing areas neat and clean.  Picks up after self and disinfects daily and as needed. Requests help when incoming and existing work cannot be done in time to meet TAT’s No more than one recorded incident of misidentification / mislabeling per year. No more than 2 incidents per quarter for wrong sample size, wrong tube/container. No more than once per year when stats were unnecessarily delayed in transport to the lab. Introduce yourself and state the purpose of the visit to the patient. Handles patients gently and keeps patients as comfortable as possible. Informs nurses or responsible caregivers when unable to get compliance from the patient. Minimizes the use of butterflies to where absolutely necessary as they carry greater risk to the phlebotomist for potential needlestick.  Adequate supplies are available and restocked.

EDUCATION AND RELATED EXPERIENCE:

One or more of the following is required Training or experience acceptable to the laboratory director that meets accreditation requirements will be considered.  A Bachelor degree with required science courses, clinical rotation and registry eligible.