Medical Technologist - MT

First Connect Health

Charleston, SC

Job Description:
Shift:2:30PM-11:00PM

Job Summary:

Performs routine, and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies and procedures.
Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed.
Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.
Other: Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.
Contacts: Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other healthcare professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Procedures: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality - accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
Instrumentation: Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary.
Information Handling: Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actions appropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
Communication/Customer Service: Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments - accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate. Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicates with physicians, nurses and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians and hospital staff.
Compliance/Safety: Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals. Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills: Knowledge/Skills:

Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraint.
Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.
Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc.
Work Demands/Environment: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs.
Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination
. Frequent reaching with hands/arms
. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique.
Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, infections materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.
Normal laboratory environment.
Ability to read and comprehend.
Fast paced, high traffic work environment which may be interruptive and stressful.
May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Education:

Licensing/Certification
ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.

Education

B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training (required)
In lieu of a Bachelors degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP, NCA, or AMT in order to be certified by ASCP, NCA, or AMT.
Work Experience
Not Required

Other

Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. - Required
Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation - Required
Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize - Required
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information. - Required
ASCP, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT/MLS/MLT - Required
B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training - Required
Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. - Required
Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation - RequiredMust demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize - Required
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information. - Required
Performing patient phlebotomy - Required

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