Medical Technologist

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens, reagents, and instrumentation for testing and/or storage.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all laboratory responsibilities.
• Congduct high-complexity laboratory testing including quality control and review and release of test results.
• Complete on-call essential laboratory services for deceased donor organ procurement such as performing tests and reporting results without direct supervision.
• Perform preventative and general maintenance for laboratory work areas, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory of supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology area of study. Minimum of one-year recent relevant clinical laboratory experience. Current certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent, or Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (ACHI).
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA): Written and verbal fluency in English. Ability to exercise initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook and Teams and other technology systems used in business operations. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple and competing priorities. Demonstrate attention to detail. Concentrate and function with frequent distractions and interruptions. Ability to produce analytical reports, including financial and statistical analysis. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to work independently on daily activities. Ability to learn and understand scientific and medical terminology. Focus on work details for extended periods of time. Organizational Culture Expectations: Demonstrate the competencies of Professional, Determined and Compassionate. Maintain a motivated and positive attitude. Support an inclusive work environment. Ability to successfully collaborate and work as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Actively seek improvements. Always maintain a safe working environment and use of Universal Precautions. Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality in all areas dealing with sensitive, protected, and confidential information.
• Physical Requirements: Represents physical requirements necessary to successfully perform essential job duties, with or without accommodations. Communication with others either in person, over the phone, and/or over video call to exchange information. Repeating motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Dexterity to perform job specific tasks and use of equipment. Ability to differentiate between the colors red and green. Ability to maneuver up to 20 pounds. Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods of time. Frequent movement around workspace or facility.