Medical Technologist
About The Position
The Medical Technologist performs accurate laboratory testing on human patients and supports patient care through blood component preparation and issuance for transfusions. The role assists with collecting and transporting patient samples, maintains laboratory supplies and equipment, and handles hazardous materials in accordance with applicable regulations. The Medical Technologist also operates specialized laboratory instruments, trains and supervises students and lower-level technicians, and performs other related duties as assigned. This is a full-time, third-shift role at High Point Medical Center, scheduled Wednesday through Tuesday, seven days on and seven days off, from 8:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., for 35 hours per week. The work environment includes exposure to infections, contagious and bloodborne diseases, hazardous agents and materials, radiation and electrical hazards, cleaning chemicals, electro-mechanical equipment, and potential injury from moving equipment parts. The position may involve long, irregular hours.
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 and provide accurate laboratory test results on human patients.
- Prepare and issue blood components for patient transfusions.
- Assist with the collection and transport of patient samples from clinics to laboratory sections.
- Handle hazardous materials in accordance with regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
- Requisition and maintain inventory of 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
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, where applicable
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
