Medical Technologist

Department: 60901 Carolinas Medical Center: Mercy Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details / Additional Information: 3rd shift weekends, Fri Sat Sun 6p-630a Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05 Essential Functions Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event. Demonstrates expertise in assessing priorities while problem solving and offers solutions to improve test systems, teaching and coaching others for process improvement. Actively participates in laboratory accreditation activities, including audits and mock inspections. Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift with co-leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which affect the operation of the department. Participates as a student preceptor, guest lecturer or in-service education. Participates in competency assessment program within department with proven experience, where qualified. Physical Requirements Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area which contains bio hazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor's Degree MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or equivalent required with one year completed as a Medical Technologist. Completion of all requirements specified under MT/MLS II Advancement Program with annual verification of these requirements required. Our Commitment to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation: Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr