Internship

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Lab Supervisor and other Medical Technologists in the assigned area. Performs a variety of laboratory examinations and tests assuring rapid and accurate results.

Major Responsibilities:Performs and reports various laboratory tests in the assigned section in accordance with prescribed procedures.Calibrates, standardizes equipment and performs minor equipment maintenance. Recognizes instrument malfunction and out of control test results and seeks assistance from Clinical Lab Supervisor or Technologists.Performs quality control to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures. Performs proficiency testing.Recognizes instrument malfunction and out of control test results and seeks assistance from Clinical Laboratory Supervisor or Technologists.Assists in specimen collection as necessary and assists in specimen processing and accessioning as appropriate. Assists in the maintenance of clerical records.Is familiar with LIS (and HIS if appropriate).Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned. Maintains positive work environment.Assists in teaching responsibilities for other MLTs and Tech Extenders as well as training and orientation.Assists Technologists in supply management for section.