Medical Technologist- PRN

About the Organization

City of Hope’s mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center—ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report—at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix areas.

About the Role

This is a PRN (as-needed) role, primarily dayshift. The Medical Technologist is responsible for accurately performing a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests and reporting results within the expected turnaround time to assist healthcare providers in delivering optimal patient outcomes. The role includes performing required equipment maintenance, calibration, and quality control testing per departmental procedures. Availability to sign up for on-call shifts and provide coverage for other shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required. Additional tasks include specimen transport, specimen processing for in-house and send-out testing, answering telephone calls, and reviewing pending logs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Lab Science, Biological Sciences, or a related field from an accredited college or university or an Associate’s Degree in Medical Lab Technology with HEW certification.
• Certification required (ASCP or AMT) or eligible to take the exam. Must successfully complete certification (ASCP or AMT) within 18 months of hire.

Pay

City of Hope employees’ pay is based on work experience, qualifications, and work location.