Medical Technologist I - Laboratory Services
About The Position
Work closely with and follow the instructions of the Laboratory Coordinator and Director while performing diagnostic test procedures on patient specimens in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, safety practices, quality-control requirements, and regulatory guidelines. The role also includes collecting, preparing, and processing specimens; documenting processes; performing and interpreting quality-assurance activities; maintaining complex diagnostic equipment; and supporting the smooth operation of Laboratory Services. The Medical Technologist I participates in developing new procedures and process improvements, detects possible discrepancies, and confirms abnormal test results. The position works with the LIS Administrator on effective and efficient data management and with the Director on quality assurance, performance improvement, compliance, regulatory matters, inspections, and other assigned duties. This is a safety-sensitive position under Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana. The work takes place in a hospital, laboratory, and clinic environment. Physical and cognitive demands include frequent standing and walking; occasional bending, squatting, twisting, and lifting up to 10 pounds; and spending eight hours processing and distributing samples, performing tests, and entering computer data. The employee must communicate effectively, use hearing and visual acuity, analyze data, concentrate for extended periods, respond to stressful situations and solve problems efficiently, and perform technical duties safely and effectively under pressure. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or equivalent.
- Certification as MLS (ASCP), CLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), MT (HEW/HHS), or MT (AMT).
- Section specialty certification.
- Working knowledge of computers and laboratory equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to stand and walk frequently; bend, squat, and twist occasionally; and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds using proper body mechanics.
- Ability to spend eight hours processing and distributing samples, performing testing, and entering computer data using a computer, monitor or similar screen, keyboard, and/or mouse.
- Keen hearing and visual acuity.
- Ability to analyze data, handle critical and high-pressure situations with composure, solve problems in real time, perform technical duties under pressure, adapt to change, maintain alertness and safety, concentrate for long periods, and address patient and family concerns professionally and compassionately.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of technical and LIS experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic test procedures on patient specimens in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, safety practices, quality-control requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens.
- Carefully document processes and activities.
- Perform and interpret quality-assurance activities.
- Maintain complex diagnostic equipment.
- Participate in developing new procedures and process improvements.
- Detect possible discrepancies and confirm abnormal test results.
- Work with the LIS Administrator on effective and efficient data management.
- Work with the Director on quality assurance, performance improvement, compliance, regulatory matters, inspections, and other assigned duties.
- Support the smooth operation of Laboratory Services.
- Deliver expected levels of patient experience and service to all levels of customers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
