Medical Technologist

Job Summary

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Performs quality diagnostic laboratory testing on a variety of specimens.

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Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

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• Demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to perform and analyze a variety of laboratory test/procedures.
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• Prepares reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.
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• Performs test analysis in a timely manner.
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• Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments in accordance with established procedures.
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• Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.
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• Adheres to hospital, department, personnel policies, and procedures. Also adheres to laboratory and hospital safety policies and procedures.
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• Exhibits computer skills needed for daily operation of the laboratory and hospital information systems,
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• Demonstrates professionalism while functioning in the healthcare environment and recognizes the value of continuous professional growth and development.
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• Assists in orienting and training new employees and students.
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• Contributes to teamwork, quality improvement and productivity of the department.
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• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications

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Education & Certifications

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• Pathway I\n\n\t
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    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
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    • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Medical (or Clinical) Laboratory Science
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    • ASCP Certification Eligible in Medical Technology
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    • ASCP Certification
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    • AMT Certification
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• Pathway II \n\t
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    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
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    • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
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    • NAACLS Accredited Program in a Medical Lab Science field
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• Pathway III \n\t
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    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
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    • Medical Laboratory Training from the U.S. Military
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    • ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification
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Experience:

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• Preferred\n\n\t
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  • One or more years of experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory
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