St. Elizabeth Healthcare·Williamstown, Kentucky
Perform moderate and highly complex laboratory testing and analysis of specimens according to established protocols. Responsible for operating and maintaining lab equipment, reporting results accurately, and ensuring quality control and safety standards are met.
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Scheduled Hours: 40
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This position performs Laboratory testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The Medical Technologist performs moderate and highly complex testing in the clinical laboratory, responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.
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Understands all principle(s) involved in assigned procedures and applies this knowledge to the clinical situation or outcomes in clinical diagnosis management of the patient. (See department competency sheet.) Must be able to determine if specimen integrity issues, patient medication(s), other interfering substances that could affect patient testing results.
Operates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment, supplies; and performs procedures to ensure high quality, accurate and cost effective results in all areas of the laboratory.
Ensures accuracy of testing per manufacturer’s guidelines and all applicable regulation. Interfaces with Hot Lines and service personnel to oversee proper functionality and repair of instruments.
Reports results within time limits established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy.
Records patient data and other information quickly and accurately in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS) to ensure appropriate turnaround time and effective retrieval of patient testing results.
Collects and/or processes specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures for timely and accurate testing.
Performs and documents quality control as specified for each procedure meeting established internal and regulatory guidelines, accurately analyzes quality control results obtained before accepting and reporting patient testing results. Follow policies and procedures whenever tests systems are not within established acceptable levels. Notifies Supervisor or designee of discrepant quality control results
Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens as part of the Laboratory Quality Plan.
Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.
Participates in the Laboratory Safety team to assist in Safety Audits, training and review of Laboratory Safety Policies.
Enhances professional growth development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by participation in continuing education, in-service training and the School of Medical Technology lectures and bench training. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Ensures that all cost saving activities occur to meet all financial budgetary parameters and works with Supervisor/designee to ensure the most cost effective processes have been implemented, i.e. ordering reagents on time, ensuring correct orders are received, rotating stock to minimize waste, effective use of all resources to minimize waste.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency
Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with ASCP Certification
OR: CLIA ’88 Equivalent (HEW/HHS Certification)
Registry Eligible – Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science and have completed a NAACLS accredited MT/CLS program AND be certified within a year of eligibility or be certified one year from date of hire.
Registry Eligible for a Section Certification - must have a Baccalaureate Degree with a minimum of five-years technical experience in ONE of the Clinical Areas of the Laboratory.
Minimum of 6-12 month of clinical internship as part of an approved MLS Training Program.
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Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Biological Science and completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program with certification (ASCP or equivalent). Candidates must have completed a 6-12 month clinical internship as part of an approved MLS training program.
Market context
Medical technologist openings in Kentucky are typically tied to hospitals, reference labs, and other clinical settings that need accurate testing to support patient care. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a biology degree, NAACLS-approved training, certification, and completed clinical internship experience. Review the lab’s required certification and internship details closely, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing options.