2nd shift

BRISTOL HOSPITAL GROUP•Bristol, CT

22d•$27 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Technical Specialist and/or Laboratory Director, the Medical Technologist performs a wide variety of complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures according to established standards. The role maintains equipment, monitors quality control and instrument/test performance, and confirms and verifies results through knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instrumentation, and quality control review. The position is full-time, 39 hours per week, on the second shift at Bristol Hospital’s Main Campus in Bristol, Connecticut. The role may rotate among laboratory sections and requires accurate, timely work in a clinical laboratory environment. Bristol Health describes its mission as caring for the community and providing compassionate, quality care while upholding its values of Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.).

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (MT), or a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Sciences.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, and bend; lift light objects weighing less than 20 pounds; perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks; and demonstrate arm-hand steadiness and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to work under time constraints and heavy workload demands while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods; see objects closely; and hear normal sounds in some background noise.
Ability to concentrate on moderate detail despite constant interruption and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.
Ability to understand and relate to concepts behind specific ideas, remember multiple tasks over long periods, and communicate verbally using advanced-level vocabulary.

Nice To Haves

Clinical laboratory experience preferred.
At least one year of Microbiology experience preferred.
ASCP Certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical procedures according to established protocols to provide accurate diagnostic data.
Accurately identify and label samples; evaluate results and repeat or investigate questionable results.
Rotate to various laboratory sections and perform clinical duties competently according to established procedures.
Complete assigned work routinely on time and complete STAT requests within defined turnaround times.
Call critical values and issues to the appropriate healthcare provider.
Provide timely and courteous customer service.
Check inventory, rotate supplies, and restock supplies as necessary.
Recognize the limitations of personal competency and effectively interact with Laboratory personnel from all departments to resolve routine issues.
Use the LIS system appropriately to complete assigned tasks.
Maintain a safe laboratory work environment by meeting regulatory standards and following Universal Precautions.
Arrive prepared to work according to scheduled hours and maintain an orderly work area.
Prepare standard solutions and reagents and maintain Laboratory equipment in good working order.
Comply with safety and related rules and regulations and adhere to CMS proficiency testing requirements.
Complete appropriate continuing education units (CEUs) and required orientation, fire/safety, and infection-control programs.
Troubleshoot technical problems involving chemicals and equipment.
Perform other related duties and additional tasks, assignments, or projects as needed.