Medical Technologist II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Scientist performs routine and specialized diagnostic laboratory procedures requiring technical expertise, sound judgment, and independent decision-making.
• The role performs laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, specimen accessioning, instrumentation, and documentation while ensuring accurate and timely patient results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform patient phlebotomy and specimen accessioning as needed.
• Verify specimen integrity and patient identification.
• Evaluate and interpret laboratory data and take appropriate action according to established protocols.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Assist with evaluation and implementation of new laboratory methods.
• Maintain laboratory policies, procedures, and required documentation.
• Support CAP inspections and other regulatory requirements.
• Operate laboratory instruments and perform instrument QC.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot instrument issues.
• Document testing, QC, maintenance, and corrective actions accurately.
• Use Cerner/STAR and other laboratory information systems for ordering, receiving, canceling, reviewing, and verifying tests.
• Review pending lists and follow up on outstanding tests.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, pathologists, physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
• Answer laboratory phones and provide appropriate information or direction.
• Follow laboratory, hospital, safety, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and work-related information.
• Complete required education and participate in continuing education and performance improvement activities.
• Use laboratory resources efficiently and help minimize waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• ASCP, ASCPi, NCA, or AMT registration/certification as MT, MLS, or IMLS.
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, or a bachelor’s degree with required prerequisite coursework and clinical training.
• Candidates without a bachelor’s degree may qualify through an approved alternate education and training pathway recognized by ASCP, NCA, or AMT.
• Previous work experience is not required.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Laboratory instrumentation operation.
• Patient phlebotomy.
• Laboratory testing and quality control procedures.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work accurately under time constraints.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to use laboratory information systems and standard office equipment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and stooping.
• May lift or move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands, fingers, and eye-hand coordination.
• Frequent reaching with hands and arms.
• Visual acuity and normal color perception required for laboratory duties.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, infectious materials, toxic substances, and biohazardous materials.
• Fast-paced, high-traffic laboratory environment that may be stressful or interruptive.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, or take call based on departmental needs.