Medical Technologist

Job Summary Beloit Health System is looking to add a Medical Technologist to our Team at NorthPointe. Key Details Sign-On Bonus: Yes Shift: 1st Schedule: Varied start times on 1st shift Hours per week: 28 Benefits: Eligible Department: NorthPointe Laboratory Responsibilities The Medical Technologist is responsible for the performance and evaluation of various complex chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic, immunologic, and immunochemical tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by the physician. Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of body fluids using manual and automated instrumentation. Accurately and completely report results of tests and procedures. Effectively recognize and resolve problems, troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment and ineffective procedures, and use alternative methods when appropriate. Maintain laboratory equipment. Perform and record instrument checks, quality control procedures, calibration, and other maintenance when required. Meet established turnaround time for routine and STAT tests. Organize and prioritize work during heavy and light workload situations. Access, input, and retrieve information from the EMR. Work extra during staff shortages or until workload is complete, including shifts other than currently scheduled. Assist in the training of new employees to the laboratory. Utilize sound judgement and generally accepted medical technology principles when assessing reliability of results generated. Communicate with physicians when callback values or problems exist. Maintain a clean and disinfected work area and use appropriate personal protective equipment. Assist with specimen processing. Assist with processing orders and drawing outpatients. Perform glucometer run. Maintain clean supply of glassware. Check in supplies, comparing product received with packing slip. Adhere to lab cleaning schedule and keep appropriate log of these activities. Process reference laboratory requests and reports. Receive and register via EMR lab requests and specimens from outside sources and bring to proper sections within laboratory. Maintain reference laboratory supplies. Package and process special requests requiring mailing through general mail. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent education and clinical experience making the employee eligible for taking the registry exam. Registration by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists within one year of hire. Promptness in answering phone requests, instrument, and out-patient alarms. Promptness and efficiency in reporting results of laboratory findings via computer and paper or "call back" results if indicated. Maintain knowledge and ability to operate safely all instruments, needles, and sharps used in daily work assignments. Ability to work independently and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and meet deadlines required by "stats" and routines. Interpret, adapt, and apply proper procedures to Beloit Memorial Hospital policies. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Maintain ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients. Adhere to established hospital and Laboratory policies, rules, and regulations. Assimilate information from observations, verbal interactions, and printed materials under multiple simultaneous stimuli. Plan, prioritize, and respond to information in an appropriate timeframe. Participate in educational programs and continually seek personal development. Reporting relationship: Medical Technologist Managers and Department Director. Speak clearly and distinctly and interact positively with physicians, peers, and the public. Promptness and efficiency in reporting results of laboratory findings via computer and paper or "call back" results if indicated. Behavior and Attitude The mission of Beloit Memorial Hospital requires the employee to perform in a manner that ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services at an economic value and at the highest level of patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisites of successful job performance. The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr