Job Description: Distinctive/Spectrum Joint Venture has an opportunity for a Full Time Civilian Medical Laboratory Technologist Position with Saturday availability at Dumfries Health Center in Dumfries, Virginia. Position Overview: This position provides medical laboratory services in support of patient care and treatment. Essential Functions: - Performs testing in the Microbiology, Chemistry, Serology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Immunohematology sections including specimen receipt, preparation, analysis, and reporting of results. - Calculates test results and measures prescribed quantities of samples during tests. - Notice pertinent morphology/staining details of specimens under microscopic examination. - Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests either manually or using automated instruments. - Evaluates quality control information against measurable criteria in the performance of laboratory tests. - Performs precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures. - Receives written requisitions from health care providers for routine and special laboratory tests. - Sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment and apparatus. - Obtains laboratory specimens directly from patients by venipuncture, instruct patient and staff on proper specimen collection. - Add reagents or indicator solutions and subjects specimens to various laboratory operations according to established procedures. - Prepares slides for microscopic analysis as necessary. - Observes test reactions, changes of color, or formation of precipitates; studies or subjects treated specimens to automatic analyzing equipment to make qualitative and quantitative analysis. - Records test results to logs and requests slips and file reports in the health record. - Brings to the attention of the Supervisor any unusual or grossly abnormal test results. - Performs light general cleaning of work areas such as collection of trash, autoclaving of specimens, cleaning of bench tops and light dusting. - Prepares specimens for transport to outside laboratory if necessary. - Prepare biological waste for proper disposal. - Perform and document required equipment maintenance as required. - Adhere to infection control procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and proper waste disposal. - Participate in required equipment, in-service training and continuing medical education. - Ensure safe work environment and employ safe work habits. - Perform other duties as needed and assigned.