Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician
About The Position
This is a full-time position for a Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician in the Lab Department at Atrium Health Cabarrus. The role involves generalist duties, including Blood Bank, and operates on a rotating weekend schedule. The position requires adherence to quality assurance guidelines, preparation of reagents, inventory management, and clinical judgment in problem-solving test systems. The technologist will also assist with procedure revisions, documentation for accreditation, and maintain clear communication between shifts and with leadership. Participation in competency assessment programs is also expected.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, MT, MLS or equivalent registry eligible.
- MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
- Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
- Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
- Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
- Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
- Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
- Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
