Certified Medical Technologist II, First Shift, Point of Care Testing

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

23h•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Technologist II for the core lab department at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The position performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems, develops alternatives when necessary, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, and exercises independent judgment and interpretation. An $8,000 service bonus is offered. The role performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex testing as defined by CLIA, including special analyses requiring advanced evaluation and judgment. The technologist evaluates the credibility and accuracy of results using protocols, guidelines, and independent judgment, and coordinates testing efficiently. Duties also include operating, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment within the scope of training; performing quality control and corrective action; processing and evaluating specimens; collecting blood specimens within demonstrated competency; and following safety procedures. The position also requires ongoing training and competency completion and includes providing instruction to students and new associates. University of Cincinnati Medical Center is part of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, and provides specialty and subspecialty care. It is also a site for medical research and is home to the region’s only Level I adult trauma center.

Requirements

Associate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent.
Knowledge of specimen requirements.
Familiarity with laboratory terminology, assay schedules, and expected turnaround times.
Ability to read and comprehend written information.
Ability to perform a variety of job duties effectively and efficiently in a stressful, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
Laboratory experience.
Keyboarding skills.

Responsibilities

Perform waived, moderately complex, and highly complex laboratory testing, including special analyses requiring advanced evaluation and judgment.
Use protocols, guidelines, and independent judgment to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of test results.
Coordinate testing steps to work efficiently and maximize productivity.
Operate, maintain, and repair clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training, including preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks.
Recognize instrument, equipment, and reagent problems, take responsibility for them, and inform appropriate persons as needed.
Complete mandatory competencies and training, review departmental policies and procedures, and participate in continuing education.
Provide instruction for students and new associates.
Perform and record quality control procedures, evaluate results, take corrective action when indicated, and analyze data to detect trends or problems.
Keep appropriate persons informed about ongoing problems and their resolution.
Obtain blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture within the scope of training and demonstrated competency.
Accession, triage, and process specimens for testing and transit; evaluate samples for acceptability.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
For clinical patient populations, communicate appropriately, provide clear treatment instructions, involve family or guardians in care, recognize patient limitations and behavioral health needs, account for psychological, religious, or cultural needs, and recognize signs of abuse or neglect.