Medical Technologist

About the role

Utilizes Licensed Medical Technologist skills and training to perform test of samples of blood, urine and other body fluids to obtain information utilized in diagnosis and evaluation of a patient's medical situations. Performs laboratory tests and procedures, which require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with supervision.

Performance expectations

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses ability to access data, interpret age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures
• Demonstrates the ability to perform specific competencies as listed on the Competency Validation Checklist
• Meets mutually agreed upon performance goals/objectives established annually as listed on the Performance Management Plan
• Displays courteous behavior and cooperative relationships with customers and co-workers

Responsibilities

• Based on skill levels, assists in various departments as needed
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
• Reviews the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting
• Does not report questionable test results, notifies supervisor and if needed, has specimen recollected for all tests
• Performs testing on pending laboratory specimens, completes work as assigned, and reviews or resolves any pending tests to the next shift
• Performs proficiency testing as needed
• Calls and documents critical values within time limits established
• Maintains instruments, performs basic instrument troubleshooting, and calls vendor technical service promptly with more complicated problems
• Takes the initiative to assist in other areas of the department when needed, based on technical ability
• Assists in performing venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics when needed
• Actively participates in the training and orientation of new employees
• Actively participates in the quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives of the department
• Reports results accurately in computer with less than 2 errors per year which require a corrected report
• No serious errors are permitted
• Performs and verifies Quality Control results accurately/timely, and documents corrective action to resolve any QC outliers
• Assists in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures as requested by supervisor/manager
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager or Laboratory Director

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology (MT), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Biological sciences or related field of study preferred
• Will accept an associate degree in a laboratory science or be qualified under CLIA guidelines for Medical Laboratory Technician with an approved National Certification for MT
• Three to five years of experience preferred, but a recent graduate is acceptable
• Approved National Certification with ASCP, or AMT
• Recent graduate must be eligible to sit for MT or equivalent certification exam as MT (ASCP or AMT) and is required within 180 days of hire
• Good communication skills and basic computer skilled needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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