Medical Technologist, South Hospital, Part-time

UofL Health • Shepherdsville, KY

100d

About The Position

The position is located at South Hospital - UMC in Shepherdsville, KY, and involves working the third shift. The primary responsibilities include collecting blood specimens and performing various laboratory tests such as hematology, chemistry, and microbiology. The role also involves processing specimens for reference laboratories, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards. The individual will utilize the Allscripts Electronic Health Record for reporting and communication, and will be responsible for maintaining inventory and cleanliness in the laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science field or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Certified as a Medical Technologist by the Board of Registry of ASCP or National Certification Agency (NCA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT).
• Minimum 1-year experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in a physician office setting preferred.
• Experience working with a pediatric population preferred.
• Experience with an Electronic Health Record (E.H.R.) preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory equipment and safety including the use of hazardous chemicals, biological safety cabinets, and personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge of CLIA rules and regulations to assure lab is CLIA certified.
• Good analytical judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens and perform hematology, chemistry and microbiology testing in house.
• Perform other in house tests as ordered, including urinalysis, microscopy, rapid strep screens and throat cultures.
• Collect, process and prepare specimens to be sent to reference laboratory.
• Communicate with reference laboratory as needed regarding specimens, procedures, supplies.
• Utilize Allscripts Electronic Health Record as required for reporting tests and communicating with providers.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration and standardization of laboratory instruments.
• Perform and report quarterly proficiency testing.
• Perform and document quarterly medical records check to confirm quality assurance per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA).
• Assist in preparation for CLIA inspection/certification.
• Keep daily and monthly statistics of laboratory tests.
• Maintain inventory/order laboratory supplies.
• Maintain Quality Assurance of laboratory.
• Ensure integrity of reagents and controls by carefully keeping track of expiration dates.
• Maintain neat, clean, orderly laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree