Medical Technologist I
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Medical Technologist 1 (MT1) is responsible for the receiving, processing and analyzing of samples. Provides medical information to organizations and establishments to be used to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases in a clinical and occupational medicine setting. To accurately perform and report all in-house laboratory testing procedures and obtain the necessary specimens for reference laboratory testing, as required. Enhances the efficiency and accuracy of lab testing by maintaining adequate laboratory supplies, by keeping equipment in operational condition and by maintaining a clean and orderly laboratory work area. Assists in the preparation of monthly statistical reports by keeping accurate records on all laboratory procedures performed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology
- Postgraduate in Medical Technology
- Licensed Medical Technologist
- ASCP Certified
- 0-7 years’ experience as a Certified Medical Technologist
- Standardized knowledge in the fields of clinical chemistry, hematology, Phlebotomy, immunology, Microbiology, and urinalysis
- Knowledge in complex techniques such as PCR and Andrology testing
Responsibilities
- Conducts analysis on various body fluids such as urine, whole blood and gynecological samples for clinical and molecular studies.
- Prepares blood and plasma for a variety of laboratory reference tests.
- Analyzes and identifies blood and urine cells using a microscope techniques and procedures.
- Keep laboratory equipment’s clean, functional, and calibrated. Completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Organizes laboratory supplies and maintains laboratory inventory records by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Properly and safely disposes of hazardous and infectious waste and materials.
- Respects patient confidentiality laws.
- Compiles thorough and professional laboratory reports.
- Updates and maintains knowledge base by attending workshops, reading, and participating in professional organizations.
- Ensures accurate laboratory testing by performing phlebotomy on patients when necessary.
- Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
- Maintains inter- and intradepartmental workflow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols, following identification procedures.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Maintains quality assurance of the Laboratory by performing proficiency testing.
- Performs QC reporting.
- Any other related responsibility not previously described.
Benefits
- health plan
- dental
- vision
- 401k
- paid vacation
- life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
