Medical Technologist PRN
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Medical Technologist performs, evaluates, and reports clinical laboratory test results used by physicians to diagnose and treat patients. The work includes collecting and manipulating specimens, operating and troubleshooting equipment, conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, and communicating results. The position performs high-complexity clinical laboratory testing according to written procedures and evaluates results for acceptability using knowledge of specimen suitability, test methods, quality-control parameters, age-related and disease-related factors, and critical values. The technologist takes corrective action when results are equivocal or equipment malfunctions, documents work and reports results using clerical and computer functions, and collects specimens from patients ranging from newborns to geriatric patients when requested. The role also includes performing quality control, equipment calibration and maintenance, supporting staff training and continuing education, and properly handling and processing hazardous chemicals and waste. The position is PRN at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & ER, part of Wesley Healthcare and HCA Healthcare.
Requirements
- Current certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or a CAHEA-approved equivalent registry within six months of hire.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical technology, from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrated computer skills.
- Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-complexity clinical laboratory testing according to written procedures and communicate results to appropriate caregivers.
- Evaluate whether test results are acceptable, considering specimen suitability, methodology, quality-control parameters, age-related factors, critical values, and disease-related factors; verify acceptable results.
- Take appropriate remedial and corrective action when results are equivocal or equipment malfunctions to ensure accurate and timely results.
- Document work activities and report test results using clerical and computer functions.
- Collect specimens by venipuncture, heel stick, or other appropriate methods from patients of all ages when requested.
- Perform quality control, equipment calibration, and equipment maintenance according to written procedures.
- Train new employees, instruct medical technology and MLT students, and present staff continuing education or in-service programs as requested.
- Handle and process hazardous chemicals and waste properly as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
- Time-away-from-work programs, including paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service, employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement-readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
- Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
- Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
