Medical Technologist

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

1d•$29 - $50

About The Position

Under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director and Director of Laboratory Services, the Medical Technologist performs clinical testing in at least two of the following areas: blood bank, microbiology, serology, chemistry, hematology, or urinalysis. The role obtains and receives specimens, understands testing method principles, performs quality control procedures, and interprets results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. The technologist works independently and organizes work to meet established deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related science, with approved medical clinical training.
At least 1 year of laboratory work experience; experience may be part of a clinical training program.
New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license.

Responsibilities

Obtain blood specimens by skin puncture or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintain specimen integrity in relation to the test performed.
Prepare samples for analysis accurately and efficiently, evaluate specimen suitability, and accept or reject specimens according to laboratory policy.
Evaluate laboratory results in correlation with common physiological conditions and report results accurately and promptly according to laboratory protocols.
Anticipate and recognize errors and report them appropriately to the supervisor or technologist in charge.
Follow work instructions for critical values and delta checks.
Conduct established quality control procedures on analytical tests, procedures, equipment, reagents, media, and products, and maintain accurate documentation according to department protocols.
Review previous-day QC and patient data, referring documentation and problems to the supervisor.
Maintain competence related to health care advancements, scientific research, technology, new equipment, and new procedures.
Complete education and competency documentation by the due date.
Provide clinical orientation and supervision for new or less experienced personnel as assigned, and function as acting supervisor when qualified and assigned.