Medical Technologist - Per Diem

Trinity Health•Waterbury, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary’s Hospital, Waterbury CT You would be responsible for providing highly skilled analysis of blood, fluids and tissue samples. Your work is vital to the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients. Must be a generalist and have experience, including Blood Bank. What you will do: Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices. Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures Ensures operation of analyzers and all laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology in NAACLS accredited MT program or Associate’s Degree in MLT certification program. MLS or MT-ASCP equivalent level certification offered by one of the professional societies. Or must achieve certification within the first year of employment. Core Lab experience, including Blood Bank Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position Must be available for day shifts to train in Lab and for EPIC Training Position Highlights and Benefits: Per diem Generous Shift Diffs Ministry Information: Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology in NAACLS accredited MT program or Associate’s Degree in MLT certification program.
MLS or MT-ASCP equivalent level certification offered by one of the professional societies. Or must achieve certification within the first year of employment.
Core Lab experience, including Blood Bank
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position
Must be available for day shifts to train in Lab and for EPIC Training

Responsibilities

Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures
Ensures operation of analyzers and all laboratory equipment by calibrating
Completing preventive maintenance requirements
Following manufacturer's instructions
Troubleshooting malfunctions
Calling for repairs
Maintaining equipment inventories
Evaluating new equipment and techniques.