Medical Technologist (MT) (MLS) (MLT)

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Macon, GA

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About The Position

Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens to provide clinical information used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Responsible for quality, efficiency, and safety in assigned technical duties. The role is in the Microbiology laboratory at Navicent Health Medical Center and works a 7/7 rotation from Wednesday through Tuesday, with a shift time of 5:00 PM to 3:30 AM. Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist credentials are preferred; Medical Laboratory Technician candidates will also be considered. Microbiology experience is preferred. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus based on eligibility.

Requirements

• Registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT, MLS, CLT, CLS) through ASCP, AMT, AAB (AAB with 15 years of experience), NCA, HHS certification, or an equivalent credential.
• Registry-eligible newly hired technical staff must pass an approved certification examination within 12 months of placement in the occupational classification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including at least 30 quarter hours of lecture science: 15 quarter hours of chemistry, 10 quarter hours of biology, and 5 quarter hours of mathematics.
• No prior work experience is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment with biohazardous materials and chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards.
• Ability to perform duties involving standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, lifting loads from 20 to 50 pounds, visual acuity for screens and documents, hearing and verbal communication in person and by phone or radio, and sitting for periods of up to two hours.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) qualification.
• Microbiology experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform, review, and report complex laboratory tests in accordance with prescribed procedures and applicable FDA, CAP, AABB, GDHR, and The Joint Commission standards.
• Process workload in a timely manner; organize the workstation; and operate and maintain equipment in the assigned area.
• Analyze tests, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot testing and quality-control problems according to standard laboratory operating procedures.
• Use the Laboratory Information System and follow computer downtime procedures.
• Consult technical leads, clinical specialists, supervisors, managers, or pathologists about unusual or abnormal results when necessary.
• Prepare reagents, maintain adequate materials for test procedures, and manage inventory to reduce departmental waste and expense.
• Assist with teaching students and training and orienting new employees.
• Assist with specimen collection as necessary and follow measures for chemical and biohazard safety.
• Submit assigned weekly and monthly supply requests and help maintain inventory by restocking the workstation.
• Assist with special projects and other assigned duties.
• Support a positive work environment and follow laboratory and hospital procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively with peers.
• Apply Operation Excellence principles when working with other departments.
• Adapt to changes and modify work schedules or assignments as needed to benefit the department.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus, based on eligibility.
• 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 and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay such as shift and on-call pay where applicable, incentive pay for select positions, and opportunity for annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level