Medical Technologist

Advocate Health • High Point, NC

9d • $31 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs clinical laboratory testing on human patients, prepares and issues blood components for transfusions, and supports the collection and transport of patient samples. The role operates specialized laboratory instruments, maintains supplies and equipment, handles hazardous materials safely, and supervises and trains students and lower-level technicians. The position is full time in the Laboratory at High Point Medical Center, with a 7-on/7-off schedule from Wednesday through Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., for 35 hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of a NAACLS Medical Technologist program, or five years of clinical laboratory experience, or two years of clinical laboratory experience with Medical Lab Tech (MLT) certification.
• Medical Technologist (MT) ASCP certification required.
• Ability to communicate professionally with physicians, nurses, and other ancillary professional staff when discussing procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Medical Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and provide accurate test results for human patients.
• Prepare and issue blood components for patient transfusions.
• Assist with collecting and transporting patient samples from clinics to laboratory sections.
• Handle hazardous materials in accordance with regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Requisition and maintain supplies, materials, and equipment needed for laboratory operations.
• Supervise, train, and review the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical laboratory work.
• Operate complex specialized laboratory instruments and instruct other personnel in their use and operation.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Benefits

• 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.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases. Eligibility may depend on FTE or employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time