Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Scientist - Laboratory- Evenings - PRN

Job Description

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing technical testing in a laboratory area (chemistry, special chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, blood bank, or hematology/coagulation). The MT/MLS performs clinical diagnostic testing to aid physicians and clinical care team in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of the patient.
• Performs diagnostic tests for interpretation or therapeutic intervention as requested.
• Performs varied or specialized bacteriological, serological, hematological and related examinations according to established standards.
• Completes all testing; evaluates the validity of laboratory data, and records test results.
• Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization.
• Communicates the patient and health care information to the appropriate health care provider.
• Reports all critical test results or critical results to the appropriate health care provider in a timely manner.
• Communicates with physician, pathologists and clinical staff regarding test procedures and results.
• Compiles and records test results into the electronic health record.
• Communicates expectations to team members and support staff.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Education: B.S. degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent from an NAACLS accredited institution, or B.S. degree in another science field and certification as required.

Licensure: Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathology MS (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP), or equivalent certification as MT. If a new graduate, certification is required within three (3) months.

Experience: None.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Must know the theory and practice of medical technology/medical laboratory science. Must be able to operate and perform some troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Must be able to do manual procedures if needed.

Preferred Qualifications: Education: None. Licensure: Advanced certification in a specialty from ASCP.

Experience: None.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Ability to perform moderate and advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Knowledge and training on new equipment. Computer experience.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26885
• Job Category Patient Care, Non-RN
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations Memorial Hospital at Gulfport 4500 13th Street