Part-time Medical Technologist II - HEALTH

About the role

This is a professional health care position that performs testing on human body fluids such as blood, urine, and sputum in a CLIA certified laboratory. This position will perform testing on specimens from SCHD and outside clinics to assist in controlling the spread of disease and identifying chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to high complexity testing in a laboratory setting.
• Report testing results to clinic staff in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follow Quality Control requirements and procedures.
• Participate in the lab’s proficiency testing program per CLIA guidelines to confirm testing competency.
• Actively participate in all laboratory quality improvement activities.
• Accurately identify all specimens.
• Ensure lab requisitions are completed, correct, and match the specimen.
• Prepare and aliquot specimens for testing and/or send out.
• Compile and print all worksheets required for testing.
• Follow maintenance schedules for testing instrumentation.
• Document all maintenance actions.
• Troubleshoot any testing issues and follow up with manufacturer as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology. Certified through ASCP or equivalent as a Registered Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred Qualifications: Four years of experience in a related field. Current certification through ASCP or equivalent as a Registered Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Qualifications

• Must complete Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) IS 100 and 700 courses within 30 days of employment.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with medical laboratory equipment and software.

Benefits

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.