Medical Technologist - Microbiology (2nd Shift)

Sonic Healthcare USA•East Providence, RI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

East Side Clinical Laboratory, a leader in the medical laboratory industry and a Great Place to Work certified employer, is seeking a medical technologist for a full-time position in their Main Lab facility in East Providence, Rhode Island. The company emphasizes teamwork and innovation, creating a supportive and inclusive environment. This role is benefits-eligible and involves performing, reviewing, and reporting laboratory tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.

Requirements

Active ASCP Certification (required in RI)
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technologist – Bachelor’s Degree in a Science or
Medical Laboratory Technician – Associates Degree in a Science
Must be able to work independently in a methodical and organized fashion

Responsibilities

Performs, reviews, and reports laboratory tests to assist in diagnosing and treating patients.
Operates equipment and employs manual test methods using education and training.
Performs quality assurance and control procedures in adherence with standard operating procedures, federal, state, and CAP regulations.
Recognizes the difference between potential pathogens and normal flora for all specimen types, including understanding media, atmosphere, and temperature requirements.
Conducts quality control measures on all laboratory tests, follows protocol for running controls, and accepts/verifies results.
Evaluates controls, recognizes discrepant control results, and advises Supervisor as needed.
Records and files all data obtained.
Completes scheduled instrument calibration and maintenance according to established protocol.
Independently performs a variety of laboratory procedures, both manual and automated.
Demonstrates understanding of the technical and procedural aspects of laboratory testing.
Organizes workload to maximize efficiency in processing tests.
Analyzes and interprets results obtained within current standards of laboratory accuracy, precision, and acceptability.
Enters test results into patient’s file upon completion.
Correlates data and reviews for unusual or unreasonable results according to established laboratory procedures.
Brings unusual abnormal results to the attention of the departmental supervisor.
Performs antimicrobial sensitivity testing and interprets results.
Assists in a laboratory aide capacity by obtaining, receiving, and preparing microbiology specimens for planting, planting them, and reviewing specimen acceptability.
May assist in training department personnel as requested by the department supervisor.
May participate in special projects and studies within the department as assigned by the department supervisor.
Analyzes and tests new or improved products and procedures.
Makes recommendations to the department on the status of new test procedures and/or products.
Orders and obtains supplies necessary to fulfill job assignments.
Adheres to company and departmental safety procedures.
May be required to explain test results or methodologies to physicians or nursing home staff in the supervisor’s absence.
Perform other related duties as assigned.