Medical Technologist - Full Time - Days

Position Summary

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

• Conducts a variety of clinical laboratory tests in an assigned laboratory section.
• Ensures that established standards, practices, policies and procedures are followed and that laboratory samples and specimen materials are prepared, screened, classified and reported accurately and efficiently.
• Oversees 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. Mounts specimens and screens for evidence of carcinoma, pathological abnormalities or diseases.
• Classifies cells according to laboratory standards.
• Collects and prepares test data used to validate procedures, modifications and established normal values.
• 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. Ensures all areas are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Maintains inventory levels of laboratory supplies, prepares solutions and reagents.
• Assists in the ongoing evaluation of laboratory procedures by gathering data and comparing results between existing and potential procedures.
• Assists in updating the laboratory section service area policy and procedure manual. 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.
• Ensures that all safety and infection control policies and practices are observed.
• Serves on Laboratory committees, as appropriate and as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.