Microbiology Medical Laboratory Technicians

Performs routine and specialized procedures, reviews and approves clinical test results for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in accordance with established protocols for a laboratory performing high complexity procedures as defined by the standards of the Clinical laboratories.
Performs tests for the detection and/or identification of infectious agents; Performs tests for the determination of organism antimicrobial susceptibility; Performs other routine and specialized procedures in accordance as specified in the primary function, in a manner which assures an efficient work flow and a test turnaround time within the established limits designated in the department's scope of service; Produces clear, concise and accurate electronic and/or written patient reports; Provides clear, concise and accurate verbal patient reports with appropriate written or electronic documentation; Reviews patient reports, logs, etc.; for accuracy, clarity and completeness, making corrective action as needed; Operates and maintains equipment necessary for the function of and provision of services by the department; performs preventive and corrective instrument maintenance/repairs and maintains records of actions; Recognizes and troubleshoots technical and administrative problems, and initiates corrective action.
Works with infectious and hazardous substances; Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results; Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify a Medical Technologist.
Laboratory Manager, Director or Laboratory Pathologist; Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications; Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly; Assists in the training and competency evaluation of other testing personnel, to include the documentation of the performance of individuals responsible for patient testing; Assists with the evaluation of test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test results; Assist in the verification of test procedures performed and the establishment of the laboratory's test performance characteristics; Incorporates the goals and mission and the Organization Integrity Plan of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital into daily work; Performs proper inventory, maintenance and storage of media, reagents, supplies, equipment and records; Performs other related duties as assigned.