Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Lab Technician (MLT) ensures the smooth flow of laboratory patients, specimens and information and performs chemical, microbiological and hematological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Records laboratory test data, patient and quality control information and is actively involved in quality control procedures, review and corrective action. Maintains care of expensive laboratory equipment and instruments as well as the judicious use of materials. Assists in training new lab personnel, externs and students and carefully handles infectious material to protect all laboratory personnel. Utilizes knowledge of human physiology and science to evaluate test results for accuracy.

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