Medical Technologist - Microbiology

Hartford Healthcare • Manchester, CT

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About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. POSITION SUMMARY: Performs applied techniques for various chemical, microscopic, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Works with a focus in specialty areas of the Laboratory, such as Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Serology and/or Microbiology. Receives and/or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis. Uses considerable judgment in making decisions requiring the interpretation and application of guidelines with considerable latitude to specific work situations. Records laboratory test results. Performs training activities and special projects. Takes responsibility for ordering and assigning testing for CAP surveys.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
• American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) certification as a Medical Technologist or ASCP Categorical Certification specific for laboratory section employed in (H, C, M, BB) or eligible required.
• Must provide education transcript prior to start of employment.
• Must be knowledgeable in laboratory automation and information systems.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.

Nice To Haves

• At least one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs applied techniques for various chemical, microscopic, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Works with a focus in specialty areas of the Laboratory, such as Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Serology and/or Microbiology.
• Receives and/or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Uses considerable judgment in making decisions requiring the interpretation and application of guidelines with considerable latitude to specific work situations.
• Records laboratory test results.
• Performs training activities and special projects.
• Takes responsibility for ordering and assigning testing for CAP surveys.

Benefits

• We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees