Medical Technologist or MLT- Days Micro

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides accurate and timely laboratory information by performing analytical tests on human body substances, correlating and interpreting test data to detect or prevent disease or impairment and promote and monitor health. Monitors quality assurance and maintains laboratory instrumentation and related documentation. Follows established guidelines and protocols to provide clinical information to physicians, nurses, and other relevant health care personnel. Performs phlebotomy duties as needed. May orient and train new employees, supervise Medical Laboratory Technicians on the same shift as needed, and temporarily act as the designated person in charge when direct supervision is absent. This position is in Microbiology and works four 10-hour day shifts per week, with an every-other-weekend rotation. The role produces accurate and timely results according to established procedures, works independently with little supervision, exercises sound clinical judgment, documents work, and identifies abnormal and critical results. It also includes maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, monitoring quality assurance and quality control, developing professional skills, sharing knowledge with colleagues, and completing required documentation, education, meetings, in-services, and competency evaluations. The employee follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures, adheres to attendance and punctuality guidelines, wears protective equipment as appropriate, and demonstrates competency in providing care appropriate to patients’ needs.

Requirements

Associate degree in Medical Technology, or meet CLIA minimum qualifications for high-complexity testing personnel.
Certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA, AAB, or another agency approved by the hiring department.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology.
0–1 year of experience and ability to perform in one or more laboratory departments as a clinical laboratory scientist.

Responsibilities

Perform analytical laboratory tests on human body substances and produce accurate, timely results according to established procedures.
Correlate and interpret test data, using sound clinical judgment to recognize abnormal and critical results.
Provide requested clinical information to physicians, nurses, and other relevant health care personnel in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
Monitor quality assurance systems, including quality control.
Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment, document maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Document work performed and submit required information and data accurately and on time.
Perform phlebotomy duties as needed.
Orient and train new employees and provide supervision to Medical Laboratory Technicians on the same shift as needed.
Temporarily act as the designated person in charge in the absence of direct supervision.
Maintain and develop professional skills and knowledge, participate in educational activities, maintain professional learning records, and act on development goals.
Share knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
Attend staff meetings and complete mandatory in-services, requirements, and competency evaluations on time.
Follow hospital and departmental policies, procedures, attendance and punctuality guidelines, and organizational core values, mission, and vision.
Wear protective clothing and equipment as appropriate and demonstrate competency in care appropriate to patient needs.