Blood Bank Medical Technologist/MLT - Hopewell - Per Diem - Day

Capital Health•Hopewell, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Health is seeking a Medical Technologist/MLT for their Blood Bank in Hopewell. This is a per diem, day shift position. The role involves performing accurate and timely testing in the Blood Bank, adhering to infection control practices and quality assurance standards. Responsibilities include performing various tests using automated and manual methodologies, analyzing atypical results, reporting clinical data, performing statistical analysis, and instructing students and staff. The technologist will also prepare samples, ensure quality control, perform minor equipment maintenance, and manage workload effectively to meet turnaround times. This role requires age-appropriate care when performing direct patient services like phlebotomy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science related field or HEW certification as a medical technologist in lieu of BS degree.
Previous clinical laboratory employment.
Familiarity with personal computers.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

Performs accurate and timely varied or specialized testing in Blood Bank.
Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance.
Performs all testing accurately within assigned section using computer linked automated electronic equipment and/or manual methodologies.
Performs routine procedures requiring subjective analysis and consults with the technical supervisors and pathologists regarding atypical results.
Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that care givers receive timely patient information.
Performs statistical analysis relevant to analytical methodologies in use.
Records appropriate workload statistics on a timely basis.
Instructs student technicians and staff members as required.
Counsels, advises, instructs, and provides technical guidance to staff members and/or students as required.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care when performing phlebotomy or other direct patient services.
Prepares blood samples and body fluids for analysis taking measures to ensure the appropriateness of sample and identity of the patient.
Uses knowledge of quality control methods in determining the acceptability of results.
Takes corrective action to identify causes and to correct problems.
Performs procedures and minor repairs relevant to the routine operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in their assigned sections.
Meets established TATs during routine and heavy workflow; using good judgment and prioritizes tasks at hand.
Performs other duties as required.