Medical Technologist (Hiring Immediately)

Job Summary

Performs quality diagnostic laboratory testing on a variety of specimens.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to perform and analyze a variety of laboratory test/procedures.
• Prepares reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.
• Performs test analysis in a timely manner.
• Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments in accordance with established procedures.
• Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.
• Adheres to hospital, department, personnel policies, and procedures. Also adheres to laboratory and hospital safety policies and procedures.
• Exhibits computer skills needed for daily operation of the laboratory and hospital information systems,
• Demonstrates professionalism while functioning in the healthcare environment and recognizes the value of continuous professional growth and development.
• Assists in orienting and training new employees and students.
• Contributes to teamwork, quality improvement and productivity of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Pathway I
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Medical (or Clinical) Laboratory Science
    • ASCP Certification Eligible in Medical Technology
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway II
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
    • NAACLS Accredited Program in a Medical Lab Science field
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway III
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Medical Laboratory Training from the U.S. Military
    • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway IV
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
    • ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification

Experience:

• Preferred
  • One or more years of experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory