Medical Technologist -Send Out Lab - Evening

Laboratory Professional

Kids Are Our Everything.

Pay Range: $29.54 - $49.24

Location - Main Campus

Shift - 3pm-11:30pm (Evening)

At Children's National, our laboratory professionals play a vital role in advancing pediatric care through precision, innovation, and collaboration. The Send Out Lab team supports diagnostic testing across multiple specialties, ensuring accurate and timely results that help clinicians make informed decisions for patients and families.

Performs Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology, Virology, and/or Genetics procedures in accordance with established procedures and policies. Records and reports results; operates and maintains equipment; monitors quality control standards; evaluates new instruments and tests. Performs clerical and service duties as required.

Minimum Education Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent related field of science (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year - Experience in an accredited clinical laboratory (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge

• Math Ability Level: Statistics preferred.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills important
• Knowledge and skills related to LIS desirable.

Required Licenses and Certifications Registry or eligible as MT(ASCP) (Required)

Functional Accountabilities Technical Performance

• Perform routine technical procedures as assigned following standard operating procedures.
• Perform tests accurately in an organized and efficient manner.
• Keep up-to-date with procedure updates.
• Demonstrate competence in assigned areas.
• Serve as a technical resource for Medical Lab Technicians and Laboratory Associates.

Test Results

• Report tests accurately in writing, orally and/or in the LIS; demonstrate knowledge of LIS.
• Follow established guidelines for reporting ST A T results and critical values, properly documenting calls.
• Credit tests appropriately using correct workload exclusion codes.
• Review testing logs and complete tests within shift

Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform equipment and instrument maintenance according to protocols.
• Follow recommended manufacturer's and/or department defined instrument performance checks and calibrations prior to testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic instrument malfunctions following written guidelines.
• Make adjustments or minor repairs with the aid of instrument manuals or technical service by telephone.
• Assist Medical Lab Technician in resolving problems.
• Monitor supply inventories in assigned areas to assure adequate availability; receive and stock supplies.

Quality Control

• Perform, evaluate and report QC protocol; identify and resolve QC failures; document resolutions.
• Assist ML T and LA with unresolved problems.
• Perform competency and proficiency challenges in a timely manner.
• Responsible for efficient and cost-effective use of supplies and reagents.

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Benefits That Support You:

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us:

• Nationally Recognized Excellence Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
• Leading Pediatric Care One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.
• Innovation & Research A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.
• Mission-Driven Culture Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.