Medical Technologist-Full time-Nights

Kaiser Permanente • Rockville, MD

276d

About The Position

Performs laboratory procedures, quality control and quality assurance measures as outlined in the Laboratory Procedure Manual. Tests patient specimens, correlates data and reports results in a timely manner to affect quality patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science required.
• Proper documentation for applicable degree is required (i.e. copies of diplomas, transcripts, or International Degree Equivalency Report).
• Major must be clearly stated on the document.
• If diploma does not indicate the major, an additional document that states major is required.
• American Medical Technologist Medical Technologist Certificate OR Medical Technologist Certificate OR Medical Lab Scientist Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathology.
• Skills necessary to perform all procedures contained in the Laboratory Procedure Manual to include specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of test results required.
• Demonstrated skills in organizing, prioritizing and problem solving required.
• Demonstrated communication skills required.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year of recent full time (or equivalent) general clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows lab procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Performs lab procedures of moderate and high complexity in accordance with standards set forth in the approved Laboratory Procedures Manual.
• Reports and maintains records of patient test results according to protocol.
• Adheres to quality control and quality assurance procedures with appropriate and accurate documentation.
• Follows laboratories established corrective action procedures.
• Performs proficiency testing, reports the results according to protocol.
• Diagnoses laboratory instrument malfunctions, performs preventive and corrective maintenance/repairs and maintains records of actions.
• Ensures that lab standards of timeliness and quality of patient test results are met.
• Recognizes unexpected or unreasonable results, identifies the cause and takes appropriate action.
• Brings unusual situations to the attention of the supervisor.
• Enters and retrieves information using the laboratory computer system where required.
• Assists in the evaluation and development of new procedures, methods and instrumentation.
• Performs the responsibilities of phlebotomy, accessioning, and specimen processing on an as needed basis to maintain efficient laboratory operations.
• Assures that adequate department supply levels are maintained in a cost-effective manner.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees and medical staff.
• Adheres to lab safety and infection control practices.
• Follows department and organization dress code policies.
• Wears protective garb where appropriate.
• Applies professional knowledge and judgment to analytical and decision-making functions.
• Advises providers and clinical staff of correct procedures for specimen collection and handling.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient/medical information.
• Participates in continuing education programs and in-services, maintains an up to date level of knowledge in the laboratory field.
• Adheres to regional and laboratory service management policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of internal Quality Assurance monitors relating to quality of care and service.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Benefits

• $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree