Medical Technologist - PRN

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the Manager, Clinical Laboratory, the Medical Technologist is an active member of the department that provides pathology and laboratory studies and analysis for the medical and nursing staff. The Medical Technologist performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests. The Technologist oversees or conducts the procurement, receipt and preparation of samples and specimen materials. The Technologist classifies cells according to laboratory standards and records and reports test results. This position ensures that all equipment is properly functioning and that quality safeguards are in place.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical or Biological sciences with 12 months of pertinent lab experience, or in medical technology: or 135 quarter hours (or equivalent) and the completion of a 12 month course of study in medical technology from an accredited school; or program
• Experience: Requires two to four years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Licensure, Registrations & Certifications: Requires and maintains a Medical Technologist certification from the ASCP, AMT, NCS, AAB or other approved agencies by the department.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Counsults and/or conducts the procurement, receipt and preparation of samples and specimen materials for examination.
• Prepares chemical reagents and stains slides according to established procedures.
• Maintains accurate and complete laboratory records in accordance with Laboratory policies and procedures and regulatory agency requirements.
• Records and reports test results, inputting test outcomes into the computer system and contacts physicians and patient care staff to report critical or "stat" results.
• Assists in coordinating the Quality Assurance program that monitors area activities in order to ensure the appropriateness, timeliness and cost effectiveness of Laboratory services provided.
• Maintains a comprehensive quality control program to include instrument maintenance, safety procedures, and preventative maintenance of instrumentation.
• Maintains inventory levels of laboratory supplies, prepares solutions and reagents.
• Aids in the ongoing evaluation of laboratory procedures by gathering data and comparing results between existing and potential procedures.
• Recommends and implements new technical procedures and practices to ensure accurate and efficient departmental operation.
• Provides orientation and instruction to new employees in proper laboratory techniques and procedures.
• May be required to cover any shift to maintain adequate coverage.
• Serves on Laboratory committees, as appropriate and as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.