Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist- Night Shift

WVU Medicine

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests in all laboratory disciplines according to standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles; perform quality control and preventive maintenance; and review and analyze results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. This position trains for 10–12 weeks on day shift in Hematology and Chemistry. After training, the employee works 8-hour night shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science, or a bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science; alternatively, 30 or more years of previous experience concurrent with a CLIA-grandfathered exception.
Current license as required by the state where services are provided. For West Virginia, a High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License or trainee license issued by the WV Department of Health is required.
For applicants with a related science bachelor's degree such as Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry, one year of pertinent full-time experience or training in a clinical laboratory setting is required for state licensure eligibility.
State licensure must be obtained within 90 days of hire; 30 days is preferred.
Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.
Able to communicate effectively.
Able to work well as part of a team with coworkers, supervisors, staff, customers, and patients.
Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Experience as a Medical Technologist.
A degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

Process and analyze samples in a timely, orderly manner, meeting usual productivity levels and following accurate identification procedures.
Set up, operate, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments according to policies and procedures.
Take appropriate quality-control actions in all technical areas and follow infection-control procedures.
Perform quality-control summaries as needed.
Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.
Complete forms and report findings to nurses and/or physicians.
Work with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient laboratory results within the scope of medical technology.
Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within an assigned clinical laboratory area.
Recognize testing inconsistencies and take appropriate corrective action.
Maintain patient and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines to maintain a safe environment for workers, patients, and the public.
Comply with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.
Communicate professionally and with concern for individual needs when interacting with patients, families, visitors, physicians, staff, and the public.