Laboratory Technologist

Saint Francis Health System

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs phases of laboratory testing, as assigned. This position is ECB status – requires a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department; limited benefit offerings. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.

Requirements

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or in a related biological/chemical science from an accredited college or university.
0 - 6 months related experience in clinical laboratory.
PC skills needed for efficient computer utilization.
Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Ability to organize work in an effective and efficient manner.
Ability to be detail oriented in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Nice To Haves

None.

Responsibilities

Collect and process biological specimens and other substances.
Performs and reports routine analytical tests under direction of medical technologist, recognizing factors that affect procedures and results, and taking appropriate actions within predetermined limits when corrections are indicated.
Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment under direction of medical technologist.
Supports laboratory goals by demonstrating teamwork, service excellence, adhering to established guidelines and policies.
Looks for ways to improve processes.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Works with medical laboratory science students during educational laboratory activities.