Job Description

Job Description

 

MLT/MLS 

Come work where we specialize in you! We have nearly 2,000 reasons for you to consider a career with Prevea Health--they're our employees. We're an organization that values kindness, responsibility, inclusivity, wellness and inspiration. At Prevea, we provide continuous education, training and support so every member of the team contributes to our success. Together we are the best place to get care and the best place to give care.

Job Summary
At Prevea Health the Medical Laboratory Technician and Medical Laboratory Scientist are responsible for performing routine laboratory tests and procedures. These positions play a crucial role in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data that will assist providers in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

What you will do

· Collect, process, and correctly label specimens such as but not limited to blood, urine, and tissue for analysis.

· Perform routine laboratory tests in hematology, immunology, urinalysis and chemistry. Ensuring accurate test results by following quality control protocols.

· Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure they are properly functioning. Making sure to troubleshoot any technical issues with equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Education Qualifications

· Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician Associate's program OR Medical Laboratory Science Bachelor's program Required

Skills and Abilities

· Possess effective written and verbal communication.

· Knowledge of current medical terminology and laboratory equipment/care of equipment.

· Must be able to follow written protocols, utilizing specific laboratory training to perform laboratory testing.

· Must be able to interpret and analyze numerical data in relation to known patient information and testing methodology,

· Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

· Fosters work and patient/customer relationships through excellent interpersonal skills and behaviors.

· Ability to prioritize work and meet changing demands.

· Possess skills to effectively problem solve.

· Ability to work under stressful or emergency situations with high concentration and energy levels.

· Proficient in the use of EMR systems, computer, phone and office equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

· This candidate must possess either the qualifications of a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist.

· Medical Laboratory Technician: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technician (AMT) within 1 Year Required

· Medical Laboratory Scientist: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) OR American Medical Technician (AMT) within 1 Year Required

Physical Demands

· Sit - Occasionally

· Stand - Frequently

· Walk - Frequently

· Drive - Rarely

· Climb (Stairs/Ladders) - Occasionally

· Bend (Neck) - Frequently

· Bend (Waist) - Frequently

· Squat - Occasionally

· Twist/Turn (Neck) - Occasionally

· Twist/Turn(Waist) - Occasionally

· Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. - Frequently

· Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs. - Occasionally

· Lift/Carry 26-35 lbs. - Rarely

· Lift/Carry 36-50 lbs. - Rarely

· Push/Pull 11-25 lbs. - Rarely

· Push/Pull 26-35 lbs. - Rarely

· Push/Pull 36-50 lbs. - Rarely

· Push/Pull 51-75 lbs. - Rarely

· Reach (Above shoulder level) - Frequently

· Reach (Below shoulder level) - Frequently

· Simple Grasping (Hands/Arms) - Constantly

· Fine Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Frequently

· Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Occasionally

Working Conditions

· Extreme cold - Rarely

· Extreme heat - Rarely

· Humidity - Rarely

· Wet - Rarely

· Noise - Occasionally

· Hazards - Occasionally

Hearing Requirements

· Hears Whispers < 3 feet - Constantly

· Hears Whispers 3-8 feet - Constantly

Vision Requirements

· Color Discrimination - Constantly

· Near Vision (Correctable to Jaeger 2 or 20/40 binocular) - Constantly

· Distance Vision (Correctable to Snellen chart 20/40 binocular) - Constantly

Prevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United State and to complete the required employment eligibility document form upon hire. Prevea participates in E-verify. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit

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