Medical Technologist Trainee

HNL Lab Medicine • Allentown, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technology Trainee performs tests under the supervision of laboratory personnel in specialties for which the trainee is qualified by education, training, and experience. The trainee operates test systems according to the laboratory procedure manual, meets applicable quality-control requirements, and follows company and departmental policies and procedures. The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and willingness to work weekends, evenings, and irregular hours as needed.

The trainee handles biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals, maintains laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition, and follows laboratory safety requirements, including using personal protective equipment. A trainee may qualify as a Medical Technologist after one year of pertinent full-time laboratory experience and/or training in the specialty or subspecialty in which they perform tests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a biological science.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and an in-depth understanding of operating practices and policies.
• Experience using medical technologies and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions effectively.
• Ability to handle internal and external customer issues professionally by phone and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; demonstrate initiative and analytical ability; and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, organization, analytical and documentation skills, and ability to gather and interpret data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced professional office and laboratory environment.
• Capacity to cover a broad scope of computer technologies and functionalities.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and irregular hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Technologist/Technician students are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tests under laboratory personnel's direction and according to the laboratory procedure manual; ensure applicable quality-control requirements are met.
• Ensure test systems are in control for each test performed.
• Perform tests according to the schedule outlined by laboratory protocol.
• Inform supervisory personnel of problems associated with proper performance of test procedures.
• Report actual or potential deviations from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate with related investigations.
• Support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Follow established laboratory safety requirements, including use of personal protective equipment.
• Handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level