Staff Job Composite

Medical Technologist

Job Summary: Under general direction, performs clinical testing and complex analysis of biological materials and statistical analyses of data; ensures appropriate chain-of custody handling for analysis and compliance with regulatory guidelines; testifies in legal proceedings; performs quality control testing and maintenance of equipment; maintains records.

1. Performs analysis of biological materials including post mortem with frequent critical turnaround; examines, logs, transcribes, verifies results and prepares reports on results of specimen analysis; oversees chain of custody for analysis and tracking of specimens; develops and/or implements protocols for infectious specimens; testifies in legal proceedings to present and explain test results.
2. Completes billing forms for charges; assists in the development of test menus for marketing and development of new lab business.
3. Maintains, troubleshoots, resolves issues with assays; develops and explains related procedures.
4. Performs quality control testing of equipment; performs and documents instrument standardization; troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of equipment; documents equipment operation and maintenance; ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines.
5. Responsible for disposal of chemical and biohazardous materials; monitors and orders laboratory supplies; maintains and documents safety records; adheres to storage procedures.
6. Trains and assists with supervision of staff.
7. Attends and participates in conferences, conventions, and workshops; performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Interpersonal/human relation skills
• Planning skills
• Supervisory skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to complete and explain test results
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment
• Ability to work with biological and hazardous materials