Medical Technologist PRN

Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.

Reports to: Lab Director

Verifies patient and specimen identification before performing any procedure.

Follows specimen rejection policies and procedures.

Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.

Collects samples and analyze bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities. Collects blood and study blood samples used in transfusions

Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.

Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.

Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment.

Performs manual tests based on detailed instructions from a physician.

Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse.

Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.

Maintains technical knowledge and problem solving skills to resolve instrumentation, testing or QC problems
Resolves technical problems and ensures that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from policies and procedures.
Establishes and monitors quality control programs under technical supervisor's directions.

Sets up new procedures and instrumentation under technical supervisor's direction.
Utilizes the laboratory adn hospital QA/PI plans to continually improve processes and designs.

Maintains sufficient inventory of supplies and takes steps to reduce waste.
Assists with the teaching and training of new employees and may be designated to verify competencies.
Assists supervisor with management of operations, human resources, and finances.

Minimum Education
Associate's Degree with medical technician training and 5 years experience in medical laboratory required
Bachelor of Science or MT Degree with medical technology clinical training preferred

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Required Skills
Certifications:
MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), AMT, (NCA or HEW MT certification accepted prior 2010); certification preferred at hire or within 6 months of hire.