Medical Technologist

Reid Health

12d

About The Position

Under the technical supervision of the immediate supervisor or director, the Medical Technologist performs high- and moderate-complexity laboratory procedures accurately and in a timely manner to provide information for diagnosing and combating disease. The role is accountable for following established hospital and laboratory department policies and procedures and upholding the hospital’s Mission Statement. The position is 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE) on day shift, with shift hours of 6:00 AM–6:30 PM. The schedule includes weekdays and weekends, rotating holiday coverage, and on-call shifts. Scheduling may be flexible based on operational needs. Duties may be expanded as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in biological or physical science, graduation from a Medical Laboratory Science program, or another degree and experience that makes the employee eligible for MT/MLS certification.
ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification.
No experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in biological, chemical, or physical science.
Completion of a Clinical Laboratory internship.

Responsibilities

Documents verbal laboratory test orders and logs specimens drawn into the laboratory information system using proper procedures.
Processes non-admit specimens by admitting patients in the LIS, ordering the correct tests, and logging specimens.
Performs laboratory analyses according to procedure manuals; learns new procedures and demonstrates competence; meets turnaround times; analyzes and documents quality control, monitors QC trends, and performs preventative maintenance.
Enters test results into the computer, verifies accuracy, documents abnormal specimen appearances, troubleshoots atypical results, calls and documents critical values, and reviews Workcenter Activity Reports.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Helps substitute for the technical supervisor when that person is absent.
Notifies the supervisor when supplies, test kits, and reagents need to be ordered.
Applies age-specific population criteria for geriatrics, adults, pediatrics, and neonates when correlating laboratory methods, procedures, and test results.
Uses troubleshooting skills and complex problem-solving, referring issues when necessary.
Uses independent judgment and knowledge to perform assigned tasks.
Participates in hospital and departmental quality assessment and improvement activities, monitors results, and helps implement corrective actions.
Develops laboratory techniques and procedures and reviews current procedures as assigned by the technical supervisor.
Conducts research in conjunction with the technical supervisor.
Assists in testing, evaluating, and selecting new equipment.
Helps set up new equipment and train operators under the technical supervisor or lead.
Ensures CAP proficiency results are performed and returned in a timely manner.
Coordinates instruction for students and new employees as directed by the technical supervisor and may oversee non-independent practitioners and trainees.
Develops and presents continuing education programs for laboratory staff.
Assists in maintaining competencies for laboratory personnel.
For Core Laboratory employees, provides Microbiology staffing coverage as needed, including gram stain reporting, specimen processing, and molecular testing.
In Microbiology, performs plate readings and susceptibility testing.