Medical Technologist - Hematology Part-Time Weekends

BioReference Health•Elmwood Park, NJ

About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs laboratory procedures promptly, accurately, and reliably, in accordance with established company and departmental policies and procedures. The role includes routine and STAT testing, equipment maintenance, calibration and quality control, reviewing results before release, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The technologist performs duties independently without direct supervision and communicates supply needs and other relevant information to the supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science.
Florida state licensure.
Ability to pass a visual discrimination assessment.

Responsibilities

Maintain standards for routine and STAT testing and complete work in a timely manner.
Document quality control, problems, and other information legibly.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Review communication logs and check sheets.
Prepare for shifts by gathering necessary supplies, such as reagents and plates.
Perform and document required equipment maintenance.
Review calibration and quality control before testing or reporting results; perform calibrations and quality control as needed.
Review results before releasing them.
Review pending work at the end of the shift and follow repeat protocols.
Perform duties independently without direct supervision.
Inform the supervisor about supply inventory.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures.
Date and initial reagents placed in use.