Jasper Health Services, Inc, has an opening for a PRN certified MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) or MT (Medical Technologist).  JHS, Inc. operates a 55 bed nursing home, 12 bed hospital and provider clinic.  We are centrally located between Atlanta and Macon, in Monticello, GA.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including retirement match, health/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, paid vacation/holiday and sick leave, and tuition reimbursement.  We are a small facility that is team oriented and values their employees.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs various chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Receives and obtains specimens for laboratory analysis.  Includes persons who perform a broad range of laboratory procedures as well as persons who concentrate in an area such as blood banking, chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, immunology and microbiology.   Follows JMH’s policies and procedures, values and mission statement.  Must meet all Billing and Legal Compliance requirements as established by Hospital and Laboratory Policies and Procedures.

RELATED FUNCTIONS:

Under the directions of a supervisor or MT, follows established procedures for collecting and processing of biological specimens for analysis.  Performs complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results taking into consideration the differences in age categories including infants, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.  Recognizes abnormal results and refers them to designated supervisory personnel.  Participates in the evaluation of new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of  method comparison and establishment of reference intervals.  Recognizes equipment malfunctions and notifies appropriate supervisory personnel.  Communicates information such as test results, normal range, and specimen requirements to authorized sources.  Performs routine quality control and maintains accurate records.  Participates in development of special projects.   Participates in continuing education and quality assurance and promotes service excellence at JMH.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

Must have high school diploma.  Must have completed an approved program as a Medical technician either through vocations, military, on the job training or an Associate Degree in Medical Technology resulting in eligibility for GHDR classification as a Medical Laboratory Technician either as a generalist.  Must complete requirements for education and complete a 6 month probationary period.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

AMT, ASCP, NCA, ISCLT, or HHS or other agencies recognized by the Georgia Department of Human Resources.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: 

Must have skills to communicate orally and in writing to convey test results, solve discrepancies, and give instructions with physicians and nurses 20% of the time, with other laboratory personnel 70% of the time, other hospital personnel 8% of the time, patients and their families 2% of the time.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate to high amount of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping, and kneeling.  Minimal lifting requirements of twenty (20) to thirty (30) pounds.

VERBAL AND/OR COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL/MOTOR SKILLS: Non-taxing physical requirements.  Must have mobility and dexterity to perform duties.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES: Knowledgeable and competent to perform essential functions.

ESSENTIAL SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Ability to visually and audibly perform all essential functions. 

EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS: Exposure to infectious diseases, bloods and body fluids, and chemical products.

OTHER: Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, technical-mechanical skills, attention to detail, decision making skills, composition skills, troubleshooting skills, problem solving, analytical skills, knowledge of Medical Technology, knowledge of P/P of the general laboratory.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE:

1.             Must meet minimum requirements of the performance standards outlined in the criteria based evaluation form and the competency package.              

2.             Must meet minimum physical requirements as outlined in this job description.

1. Must meet educational and certification requirements as outlined in this job description.
2. Must meet 100% compliance with billing and legal requirements established by JMH.

The above is intended to describe essential job functions, general supplemental functions, and essential requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all-supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

I certify that I have read the Jasper Health Services, Inc. “Code of Conduct” booklet which summarizes JHS’s Legal Compliance Program and the conduct expected of me as an employee.  I understand that the Compliance Program Policy Manual is available in my work area for my reference.  I agree specifically to act in accordance with the policies of Jasper Health Services set forth in the “Code of Conduct” and “Compliance Program Policy Manual” and understand that I will be subject to disciplinary action, including termination, for violating these policies or failing to report violations of these policies.