Medical Technologist
About The Position
The Medical Technologist performs patient/unit blood compatibility testing and issues compatible blood products if required. Independently operate high-complexity laboratory equipment according to department needs. Conduct proper patient identification (using 2 identifiers) and explain the methods of procedures, including special collection instructions, to obtain the best possible laboratory results. Coverage is required in specimen processing, hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, basic microbiology, and blood bank. Perform phlebotomy procedures, including venipuncture and capillary collections, on patients of all age groups. Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and standard laboratory protocols. The Medical Technologist maintains a quality control system for daily laboratory operations. Perform a variety of routine to highly complex tests, including but not limited to hematology, chemistry, blood banking, urinalysis, serology, reference testing, and microbiology. Maintain records for all laboratory functions, including equipment repairs, surveys, and testing documentation. Communicate effectively with staff, including notifying them of any equipment repairs or downtime. Maintain accurate daily records of patient workload and examinations. The Medical Technologist assists in emergency situations such as cardiac arrests, including performing CPR and recognizing/responding to anaphylaxis.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and AMT/ASCP certification (for Medical Technologists/Medical Lab Scientists)
- Associate's degree and AMT/ASCP certification (for Medical Lab Technicians)
- Minimum of one year's experience
Responsibilities
- Performs patient/unit blood compatibility testing and issues compatible blood products if required.
- Independently operates high-complexity laboratory equipment according to department needs.
- Conducts proper patient identification (using 2 identifiers) and explains the methods of procedures, including special collection instructions, to obtain the best possible laboratory results.
- Provides coverage in specimen processing, hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, basic microbiology, and blood bank.
- Performs phlebotomy procedures, including venipuncture and capillary collections, on patients of all age groups.
- Performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and standard laboratory protocols.
- Maintains a quality control system for daily laboratory operations.
- Performs a variety of routine to highly complex tests, including but not limited to hematology, chemistry, blood banking, urinalysis, serology, reference testing, and microbiology.
- Maintains records for all laboratory functions, including equipment repairs, surveys, and testing documentation.
- Communicates effectively with staff, including notifying them of any equipment repairs or downtime.
- Maintains accurate daily records of patient workload and examinations.
- Assists in emergency situations such as cardiac arrests, including performing CPR and recognizing/responding to anaphylaxis.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
