Medical Technologist/Technician, Day shift Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Great travel opporunity to enjoy in beautiful Bangor Maine!

2 MLS/MLT's (ASCP) needed for a 400+ bed hospital. Day shift 4 x 10 hour schedule.  

One position the traveler must have expert competency and experience with Roche Cobas 8100 Chem, IL GEM Blood Gases and Osmo.

The second traveler needs to have expert skills in Hema with XN3100, peripheral & BF smears, Sysmex UA, TOPS Coag. 

Bangor, Maine offers vibrant outdoor activities for everyone. Hiking, fishing, concerts at the Maine Savings Amphitheater, scenic walks along the Penobscot River and Orono Bog Boardwalk. Enjoy local culture at downtown art festivals, and iconic sightseeing like the giant Paul Bunyan Statue and Stephen King’s house.

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND