About the Role:

To coordinate and participate in a variety of complex technical tasks in the performance of laboratory tests used to obtain data for use by the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process and accession patient samples.

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests that may include chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic and other examinations, from waived to high complexity.

• Operate and maintain manual and automated laboratory equipment.

• Prepare reagents, chemicals, and other solutions.

• Evaluate and release patient test and quality control results.

• Participate in the evaluation and installation of new instruments and/or test procedures.

• Participate in quality processes.

• Train new staff members and respond to questions from clinic staff.

• Maintain patient confidentiality.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

Medical Technologist: Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Medical Technology or related field and certification as Medical Technologist by a nationally recognized board/agency. 

Medical Laboratory Technician:

• Associate of Science Degree in Medical Technology or relate field and certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by a nationally recognized board/agency.

• High School Diploma/or equivalent and meet the qualifications  for high complexity personnel outlined by CLIA:

  • Education - 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology; and 12 hours in chemistry, biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination; and

  • Training - Either completion of an approved/accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory training program, which may be included in the 60 semester hours specified or at least three months of documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing

• Prior to 4/24/95 and Have graduated from an HHS approved lab training program or completed Military Medical Lab Specialist 50 – week training course.

• Experience:   2 years’ experience in a medical laboratory

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before individuals or groups of people.

Mathematical Skills  

Ability to calculate basic figures and amounts.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer software.

Other Skills and Abilities  

Strong written and oral communication skills

Demonstrate a positive, cooperative and professional attitude towards co-workers and public.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional lab environment.  This role routinely uses standard lab equipment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day.  Minimal travel is expected on a regular basis. 

What We are Offer You

At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values.  Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work.  Here “Every Family Matters”

Compassion

Make Someone’s Day

Collaboration

Achieve Possibilities Together

Respect

Treat people with dignity

Accountability

Do the right thing

Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.

About US Urology Partners

U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services. Through Central Ohio Urology Group, Associated Medical Professionals of NY, Urology of Indiana, and Florida Urology Center, the U.S. Urology Partners clinical network now consists of more than 50 offices throughout the East Coast and Midwest, including a state-of-the-art, urology-specific ambulatory surgery center that is one of the first in the country to offer robotic surgery. U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices through an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, while serving as a platform upon which NMS Capital is building a leading provider of urological services through an acquisition strategy.

U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.