Medical Technologist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs laboratory testing in a clinical environment, following established procedures and policies and maintaining quality assurance for equipment and the work area. The role includes preparing reagents, maintaining supplies and inventory, troubleshooting testing systems, and supporting regulatory and accreditation requirements. The technologist communicates operational issues that may affect patient care and participates in department meetings, projects, and competency assessments. This is a full-time, first-shift position, Monday through Friday, with 40 hours per week. The position is sign-on bonus eligible, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must be MT, MLS, or equivalent registry eligible.
• MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), or equivalent certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow testing procedures and policies and adhere to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and the work area; document corrective actions for non-conforming events.
• Prepare reagents, maintain adequate supplies for testing, and manage inventory to reduce waste and expense.
• Use clinical judgment to assess priorities, identify and solve testing-system problems, and seek appropriate troubleshooting or service support.
• Assist with reviewing and revising procedures and accreditation documentation, and adhere to requirements from authorities including CAP, TJC, and OSHA.
• Maintain clear, real-time communication with other shifts and leadership about issues that may affect patient care or department operations.
• Participate in planning and implementing changes through staff meetings, task forces, or projects.
• Participate in the competency assessment program when qualified.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility.
• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational assistance program.
• Premium pay may be available for shift, on-call, and other work; incentive pay applies to select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time