Medical Technologist (MT) (PRN Days)
About The Position
The medical laboratory technician position conducts laboratory tests that provide information to physicians for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases in patients. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a medical technologist, supervisor, or director. The role is onsite in a health care facility and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position is identified as PRN in the posting, although the Position Type/Expected Hours of Work section calls it full time. The facility operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and working during inclement weather are required; shifts may vary and may be up to approximately 12 hours.
Requirements
- Minimum associate degree as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
- Successful completion of an examination approved by the Georgia State Department of Human Resources (GDHR).
- Successful completion of the required Medical Technician certificate.
- Demonstrated ability to perform medical laboratory procedures in accordance with applicable policies and protocols, assessed within 90 days of hire.
- Familiarity with technology related to practice in the assigned functional sections.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience is preferred.
- A new graduate will complete the required examination within 18 months of completing the academic degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical laboratory tests in areas including hematology, immunohematology, chemistry, bacteriology, serology, parasitology, endocrinology, general immunology, and urinalysis.
- Perform tests according to laboratory procedures and protocols, and correctly enter results in the patient information system and laboratory records as appropriate.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
- Log equipment performance, including daily temperature checks.
- Assess equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action according to protocols.
- Use the laboratory computer to order, evaluate, record, and print test results.
- Follow procedures for ordering, processing, and reporting reference laboratory specimens.
- Record patient encounters in the laboratory chart and laboratory results in the hospital patient information system when appropriate.
- Ensure generated charges are accurate and timely.
- Perform and document daily quality controls for each laboratory procedure, investigate out-of-control runs according to protocol, and implement necessary remedial action.
- Prepare reagents for laboratory procedures.
- Read functional section policy and procedure manuals at least annually.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
