Medical Technologist- Full Time - Nights Weekends

Crisp Regional Health Services•Cordele, GA

17h

About The Position

Under the leadership of the Manager, Clinical Laboratory, the Medical Technologist is an active member of the department providing pathology and laboratory studies and analysis for medical and nursing staff. The role performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests and oversees or conducts the procurement, receipt, and preparation of samples and specimen materials. The Technologist classifies cells according to laboratory standards, records and reports test results, and ensures that equipment functions properly and quality safeguards are in place. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological sciences with 12 months of pertinent laboratory experience, or a degree in medical technology; alternatively, 135 quarter hours or equivalent and completion of a 12-month course of study in medical technology from an accredited school. Two to four years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required. Medical Technologist certification from ASCP, AMT, NCS, AAB, or another department-approved agency must be maintained. The role may require coverage of any shift to maintain adequate staffing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological sciences with 12 months of pertinent laboratory experience, or a degree in medical technology; alternatively, 135 quarter hours or equivalent and completion of a 12-month course of study in medical technology from an accredited school.
Two to four years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Maintain Medical Technologist certification from ASCP, AMT, NCS, AAB, or another agency approved by the department.

Responsibilities

Conduct a variety of clinical laboratory tests in an assigned laboratory section.
Follow established standards, practices, policies, and procedures, ensuring laboratory samples and specimen materials are prepared, screened, classified, and reported accurately and efficiently.
Oversee or conduct the procurement, receipt, and preparation of samples and specimen materials for examination.
Prepare chemical reagents and stain slides according to established procedures; mount specimens and screen for evidence of carcinoma, pathological abnormalities, or diseases.
Classify cells according to laboratory standards.
Collect and prepare test data used to validate procedures, modifications, and established normal values.
Maintain accurate and complete laboratory records in accordance with laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements.
Record and report test results, enter outcomes into the computer system, and contact physicians and patient care staff about critical or stat results.
Assist with coordinating the Quality Assurance program to monitor laboratory activities and the appropriateness, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness of services.
Maintain a comprehensive quality control program, including instrument maintenance, safety procedures, and preventative maintenance of instrumentation.
Keep work areas clean, orderly, and safe; maintain laboratory supply inventory and prepare solutions and reagents.
Assist in evaluating laboratory procedures by gathering data and comparing results between existing and potential procedures.
Assist in updating the laboratory section service area policy and procedure manual.
Recommend and implement new technical procedures and practices to support accurate and efficient departmental operations.
Provide orientation and instruction to new employees in proper laboratory techniques and procedures.
Cover any shift as needed to maintain adequate coverage.
Ensure safety and infection control policies and practices are observed.
Serve on Laboratory committees as appropriate and requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.