Medical Technologist (MT)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemistry testing on automated instrumentation (Abbott Architect ci8200, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, etc.) as well as manual chemistry tests
• Conduct daily and weekly quality control procedures and instrument maintenance
• Execute blood bank duties including cross matching, antibody screening and identification, selected cell panels, and processing blood products
• Conduct hematology and coagulation testing using automated instruments (Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed, etc.) as well as manual procedures
• Perform microbiology testing including plating, gram staining, reading plates, subbing plates, Microscan setup, PCR testing, and other routine procedures
• Conduct patient phlebotomy and sample processing
• Perform patient and QC testing according to established protocols and participate in the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT) Program
• Independently test, evaluate, document, and report patient testing and Quality Control (QC) results
• Identify, document, and resolve any collection, processing, testing or reporting issues
• Positively identify patients prior to sample collection and samples prior to testing or aliquoting
• Safeguard electronic and paper patient information
• Provide patient-centered care with professional service to all stakeholders and customers
• Work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Qualifications

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Required Certification: Must be a nationally certified Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, or CLS) through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience in chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology
• Current and up-to-date continuing education required for maintaining certification
• Knowledge of College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission standards
• Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations are required for this position in accordance with VHA Directive 1192.01
• Experience working with Veterans and/or VA knowledge preferred
• No sponsorship available