Medical Technologist- Second Shift

WVU Medicine

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. This position will train for 6-8 weeks on dayshift in Hematology. Once trained this employee will work evening shift including rotating weekends and holidays. A degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technician is preferred. Applicants holding Bachelor of Science degrees in a related science such as Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry, must have one year pertinent full-time experience or training in a clinical laboratory setting to be eligible for state licensure. State Licensure must be obtained within 90 days of hire, 30 days preferred.

Requirements

Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: MD: No State License required OH: No State License required PA: No State License required WV: Medical Laboratory Scientist license or Trainee license
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, or 30 or more years of previous experience concurrent with CLIA grandfathered exception.
Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.
Able to communicate effectively.
Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.
Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Experience as a Medical Technologist.
A degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technician is preferred.
Applicants holding Bachelor of Science degrees in a related science such as Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry, must have one year pertinent full-time experience or training in a clinical laboratory setting to be eligible for state licensure.

Responsibilities

Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.
Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.
Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job-related functions.
May perform quality control summaries.
Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.
Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.
Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.
Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.
Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.
Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.
Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.
Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs.