Medical Technologist - PRN - Tier 3

About the role

Performs laboratory tests relevant to the section(s) in which they are assigned including quality control testing following established criteria. Responsible for performing routine and non-routine activities pertaining to laboratory testing and the reporting of results. Performs moderately difficult to complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tests relative to the section (s) in which they are assigned.
• Follows all laboratory approved policies and procedures.
• Reviews and releases test results- determines acceptability of specimens.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the supervisor.
• Follows department’s procedure in reporting STATS or critical results to caregivers.
• Reacts to and documents QC failures and follows the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the lab’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed.
• Documents corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Ensures reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable- opened dates.
• Follows all PPE requirements, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines as described in the safety manuals.
• Aids in training of department employees as necessary.
• Maintains clinical competency and current professional knowledge by reading relevant journal articles and attending training sessions.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or one of the related sciences.
• Prior microbiology experience preferred.
• One year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• New graduates considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Requirements:
• Safety Guidelines
• Regulatory Guidelines
• Phlebotomy protocols

Skills

• Knowledge of safety guidelines
• Understanding of regulatory guidelines
• Phlebotomy protocols

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$36.53 - $67.90 per hour

Schedule

N/A