Medical Technologist 2 (Flow Cytometry)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

13d

About The Position

Provides quality clinical information by accurately performing laboratory tests and procedures. Works effectively with others to meet patient and care provider needs. Actively promotes a lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of lean principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes necessity of taking ownership of own motivation, morale, performance, and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to the lab’s and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta’s mission, goals, and values.

Requirements

3 years of experience in a high complexity clinical laboratory
Associates degree in a chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489
American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist
Independent judgment and responsibility with minimum technical supervision
Strong organizational capabilities and good communication skills
Exhibits enthusiasm and willingness to work with others
Strives for adult-adult relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and superiors

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution
Eligible for Georgia Department of Human Resources supervisor classification
Flow Cytometry Technical and Analysis experience preferred
Strong Hematology background
Polished micropipetting technique necessary
Experienced in laboratory math calculations
BD Flow Cytometry training

Responsibilities

Performs technical functions of Medical Technologist as outlined in job description and other duties as required by department.
Follows departmental and system policies and procedures, including those pertaining to compliance and safety.
Performs administrative tasks to include but not limited to revision of forms, training checklists/ job aides, regulatory documents to include CAP crosswalks.
Ensures services are delivered in a fiscally responsible manner through management of staff workflow, and supply inventory.
Provides technical support for staff and acts as a preceptor for staff training assists in training and orientation of new employees.
Designee for competencies (if qualified).
Performs quality control, instrument validation, maintenance review and troubleshooting task appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
Acts as a resource tech on off shifts.
Performs and is competent in specialty testing.
Actively promotes a lean culture by performing duties to promote an understanding and consistent use of lean principals and processes.
Initiates and leads implementation of at least 3 leadership approved lean process improvement ideas per year.
Performs duties, makes decisions, takes actions, and continually strives to improve work processes using an awareness of how work performed is valued by the customer.