Medical Laboratory Technician - Float-16hrs a week

Kaiser PermanenteRockville, MD, USfull time
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Job description

Job Summary:

Performs laboratory tests of moderate and high complexity and prepares records of test results. Maintains instruments, equipment, and supplies.


Essential Responsibilities:

  • Prepares and calibrates test instruments and equipment to assure accuracy of tests.

  • Prepares and collects specimens and performs laboratory tests of moderate and high complexity as defined in laboratory procedures manual.

  • Discusses unexpected or unreasonable test results to supervisor.

  • Reports the results of each test and related test data by entering information in computer database.

  • Prepares, distributes, and files forms and reports.

  • Cleans instruments and equipment as needed following each test.

  • Performs maintenance and minor repairs to instruments and equipment.

  • Recognizes equipment malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel.

  • Assists newly assigned staff to learn laboratory procedures.

  • Performs other related duties as directed.