Lab Technician II
- Location: Wichita KS
- Type: Contract
- Job #37821
Lab Technician II
$21-23/hour – 10:30pm-6:30am M-F every other weekend – 3 month Contract Assignment
The Lab Technician II will perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease under the supervision of the medical technologist.
Job Responsibilities:
- Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
- Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
- Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
- Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
- May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
- Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases.
- Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred.
- 2-4 years’ experience required.
- MUST have MLS/MLT certification.
- Will consider ASCP certification