Medical Technologist - Atrium Health Mercy Nights

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Medical Technologist position at Atrium Health Mercy, working the 3rd shift on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM). The role involves demonstrating proficiency in testing procedures, adhering to quality assurance guidelines, problem-solving, and improving test systems. The Medical Technologist will also participate in laboratory accreditation activities, maintain clear communication between shifts, and potentially serve as a student preceptor or in-service educator. The work environment is a fast-paced clinical setting with potential exposure to biohazardous materials and other hazards. Duties may include standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, and lifting loads up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) or equivalent required
One year completed as a Medical Technologist
Completion of all requirements specified under MT/MLS II Advancement Program with annual verification of these requirements required.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
Demonstrates expertise in assessing priorities while problem solving and offers solutions to improve test systems, teaching and coaching others for process improvement.
Actively participates in laboratory accreditation activities, including audits and mock inspections.
Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift with co-leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which affect the operation of the department.
Participates as a student preceptor, guest lecturer or in-service education.
Participates in competency assessment program within department with proven experience, where qualified.