MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (Lab) Full Time - 3p-11p (2510001822)

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Job Summary:

This

job is responsible for performing moderately complex to highly complex

and specialized clinical laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine

and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated

techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and

treatment of disease/injury. Specific areas of accountability may

include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines:

transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology,

immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis. Work includes 1) analyzing,

interpreting, confirming, documenting and delivering test results; 2)

operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment;

and 3) using the Laboratory Information System (LIS) in the performance

of job duties.

On a shift basis, and in

the absence of lab supervisor, lab manager or lab director, an incumbent

may be assigned responsibility for serving as a Tech-In-Charge.

Essential Duties:

Operates

complex automated analysis equipment and/or laboratory computer system

to perform designated tests; sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment

and apparatus appropriate for the designated test(s).

Stains

and prepares slides of specimen material for microscopic examination

and evaluation; prepares chemical solutions and reagents; maintains

growth and virulence of cultures; observes reactions and makes/records

readings of test results.

Records test data, makes

statistical calculations, compares laboratory results with normal values

and investigates atypical results to determine cause.

Evaluates and determines validity of test sample value(s) based on testing of quality control materials.

Recognizes and addresses unexpected test reactions, errors and discrepancies.

Utilizes the LIS in the performance job duties, to include: looks up patient information; enters testing data/results.

Develops,

tests, documents and implements new test methodologies, including

quality control parameters, by evaluating guides or possible alternative

approaches to standard methods; recommends updates to the procedure

directory in the LIS (Laboratory Information System.

Provides

consultative services regarding laboratory procedures, test results and

examinations to medical staff, laboratory personnel and other

healthcare providers.

Keeps abreast of new technical and theoretical procedures, departmental policies and procedures.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally-accredited college/university,

including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics AND successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Medical Technologist program

Experience:

Two years of full-time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in

Immunohematology, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and

Clinical Microscopy within the past ten years preferred; Recent graduate

with certifications accepted.

License/Certification:

National registration as Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the National Credentialing Agency for Lab Personnel (NCA), OR

certification with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as a

Clinical laboratory Technologist or Categorical certification by either

ASCP or NCA in the discipline for which the candidate is applying (e.g.

Immunohematology, Microbiology), OR current application accepted

by either ASCP or NCA, pending examination. License must be obtained

within the first six months of employment

Additional Responsibilities:

Demonstrates a commitment to service, hospital values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times Adheres to and exhibits Catholic Health Initiatives core values:

Reverence:

Having a profound spirit of awe and respect for all creation, shaping

relationships to self, to one another and to God and acknowledging that

we hold in trust all that has been given to us.

Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness.

Compassion:

Feeling with others, being one with others in their sorrows and joys,

rooted in the sense of solidarity as members of the human community.

Excellence: Outstanding achievement, merit, virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times. Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively

with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and the broader health care

community.

Catholic Health Initiatives and its organizations are Equal Opportunity Employers