Travel Medical Technologist

Customer Value Partners•Augusta, ME

1d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

CVP is seeking Travel Medical Technologists (Clinical Laboratory Scientists) to join our team in providing our Nation's Veterans with laboratory services at the VA Maine Healthcare System in Augusta, ME. Working hours may include day, evening, and night shifts and will also include weekend rotations.

Requirements

Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field from an accredited institution
Required Certification: Must be a nationally certified Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, or CLS) through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Minimum 3 years of recent experience in chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology
Current and up-to-date continuing education required for maintaining certification
Knowledge of College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission standards
COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations are required for this position in accordance with VHA Directive 1192.01
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Visual acuity sufficient to perform microscopic examinations

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Veterans and/or VA knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine chemistry testing on automated instrumentation (Abbott Architect ci8200, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, etc.) as well as manual chemistry tests
Conduct daily and weekly quality control procedures and instrument maintenance
Perform urinalysis testing using automated instrumentation (Beckman Coulter Urinalysis, etc.) and manual techniques
Execute blood bank duties including cross matching, antibody screening and identification, selected cell panels, and processing blood products
Conduct hematology and coagulation testing using automated instruments (Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed, etc.) as well as manual procedures
Perform microbiology testing including plating, gram staining, reading plates, subbing plates, Microscan setup, PCR testing, and other routine procedures
Conduct patient phlebotomy and sample processing
Perform patient and QC testing according to established protocols and participate in the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT) Program
Independently test, evaluate, document, and report patient testing and Quality Control (QC) results
Identify, document, and resolve any collection, processing, testing or reporting issues
Positively identify patients prior to sample collection and samples prior to testing or aliquoting
Safeguard electronic and paper patient information
Provide patient-centered care with professional service to all stakeholders and customers
Work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required