Laboratory Technologist
OVERVIEW
The Laboratory Technologist is responsible to perform and analyze the results of complex scientific
tests on blood and bodily fluids in a high complexity testing lab. Performs laboratory testing to
include serology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, point-of-care and molecular NAT
testing on donor, proficiency, environmental, employee, and reference lab samples. Responsible to
cut frozen section biopsies and upload the biopsy slides for pathologist viewing. The laboratory
technologists will collaborate with leadership on patient data, reporting and documentation of all
Quality Control for instrumentation. Follows all operating procedures and performs all maintenance
on equipment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, and/or medical
technology from an accredited institution.
2. Education - 60 semester hours to include either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory
technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of
biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination).
2. Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
3. Knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology.
4. Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate
observations and records of tests results.
5. Demonstrates analytical thinking.
6. Excellent communication skills required. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels
of personnel and to represent the organization publicly.
7. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required.
8. Ability to cope with high levels of stress and able to handle a heavy workload.
9. Ability to travel in light and commercial aircraft or drive his/her personal auto in order to meet all job
duties and responsibilities. Current Driver’s license required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Follow prescribed procedures, perform any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties including
chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology and donor screening for human cells and tissues.
Calculating the results of the tests performed if necessary.
2. Recognize and correct basic analyzer malfunctions. Notify management personnel and vendors when
appropriate.
3. Evaluates media, reagents, samples, and calibrators according to established criteria.
4. Appropriately cuts and labels different biopsies specimens. Stains cover slip, and uploads the biopsy
slides for the pathologist to perform their review of the specimen.
5. Monitors the presence or absence of microorganisms in testing environment.
6. Transfers microbiology recovery cultures to broth and plate media and incubate with pre-determined
reading intervals for identification of bacteria, yeast and/or mold using identified and approved methods.
7. Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument
and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
8. Documents all corrective actions taken when the test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established
performance specifications.
9. Provides continuous feedback for equipment performance and workflow.
10. Utilizes laboratory information systems (LIS) or other methods to report patient results accurately and
effectively.
11. Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting
and maintaining records of tests.
12. Performs validation procedures on new testing platforms.
13. Responds and directs client inquiries.
14. Oversees the review process within the lab including test data and monthly logs/forms.
15. Serves as document owners in STA’s Q-Pulse system.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Information:
Southwest Transplant Alliance is actively taking precautions to protect our community, staff, and partners during this time of medical emergency due to COVID-19. To be employed with Southwest Transplant Alliance, you MUST be FULLY vaccinated for COVID-19.