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The Medical Technologist - Pathology is responsible for proper collection, precise testing, and accurate reporting of clinical laboratory specimens. In addition, the Technologist provides consultation to clinicians regarding laboratory analysis and interpretation of results.

• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis on medical specimens
• Collect and process specimens, ensure that specimens meet the standards for quality testing
• Perform testing and review accuracy and reliability of results before reporting to a clinician; alerts clinicians of abnormal and critical values
• Responsible for problem identification and resolution with regards to specimen quality, laboratory equipment operation and laboratory information systems
• Oversee quality control; perform proficiency testing and participate in various department continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting
• Maintain professional proficiency and competency in the areas of phlebotomy, hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, microbiology, immunology/serology and microscopy
• May provide guidance and oversight to staff performing phlebotomy

Level:

– Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– None

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Typically none

Problem Solving:

– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems

Independence of Action:

– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation

Communication and Collaboration:

– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing

• Comp Grade – 8
• Minimum – $51,000.00
• MidPoint – $62,500.00
• Maximum – $74,000.00

• Clinical research
• Compliance
• Consultation
• Cytology
• Data Analysis
• Needs Assessment
• Patient advocacy
• Phlebotomy
• Policy implementation
• Program evaluation
• Records management
• Research methods
• Safety management
• Writing