Medical Technologist II, Full Time, Third Shift, Core Lab

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a full-time Medical Technologist II for the Core Lab Department at University of Cincinnati Medical Center on third shift. The role performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems, develops alternatives when necessary, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, and applies independent judgment and interpretation. An $8,000 service bonus is offered. The Medical Technologist II performs waived, moderately complex, highly complex, and special laboratory testing; evaluates the credibility and accuracy of results; operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training; performs quality control; processes and evaluates specimens; and follows safety policies and procedures. The position also maintains professional knowledge through required training and continuing education and provides instruction to students and new associates.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology, or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
One year of experience in a full-service laboratory.
Knowledge of specimen requirements.
Familiarity with laboratory terminology, assay schedules, and expected turnaround times.
Ability to read and comprehend written information.
Ability to perform varied job duties effectively and efficiently in a stressful, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Keyboarding skills.
MT (ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Engage in population-appropriate communication and provide clear instructions to patients and families regarding treatment.
Consider patient growth and development milestones and tasks, involve family or guardians in assessment and care, identify physical limitations, and respond appropriately to behavioral health concerns, cultural or religious needs, and signs of abuse or neglect.
Perform waived, moderately complex, highly complex, and special laboratory analyses using protocols, guidelines, and independent judgment to evaluate test results.
Coordinate testing steps efficiently to maximize productivity.
Operate, maintain, and repair clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training, including preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks.
Identify and take responsibility for instrument, equipment, and reagent problems, and keep appropriate personnel informed.
Maintain current knowledge through mandatory competencies and training, policy and procedure reviews, and continuing education; instruct students and new associates.
Perform and record quality-control procedures, evaluate results, implement corrective actions, and analyze data for trends or problems.
Accession, triage, and process specimens for testing and transit, and evaluate samples for acceptability.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.