Medical Technologist, Micro - Full Time - St. Peter's Hospital

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete onboarding process.
• Complete initial training with preceptor and be signed off to work independently.
• Successfully complete LIS training.
• Prepares samples for analysis.
• Evaluate if specimens are suitable for analysis, accepting or rejecting specimens according to laboratory policy.
• Evaluates test results/microorganism growth for validity within defined protocols and makes appropriate decisions.
• Report test results accurately and timely per laboratory protocols.
• Maintains correct patient ID throughout testing.
• Maintains annual competency and education requirements.
• Precisely and accurately enters patient/QC results into LIS.
• Performs/documents quality control testing, calibration and preventative maintenance as defined by established protocol and takes appropriate remedial action.
• Takes initiative and troubleshoots issues as they arise.
• Recognizes errors, responds appropriately, and escalates as needed.
• Affixes inventory of testing reagents and supplies.
• Communicates well with fellow co-workers, other healthcare professionals and our customers to ensure excellent and appropriate follow up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science with approved medical clinical training.
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist (CLT/MT/CLS) license is required.
• Minimum of 1-year clinical laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

We will train you!

Skills

Detail-oriented, passionate about caring for those in need.

Benefits

Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development.

Schedule

Monday – Friday (includes weekend and holiday rotations)