Per Diem Medical Technologist

Who are we?

For more than 26 years, CorePlus has provided Puerto Rico with anatomical pathology laboratory services and clinical analysis with innovation and precision. Our commitment is, to be a leader in the transformation of pathology to the digital world.

In 2020 we deployed our digital pathology platform, being the first organization in Puerto Rico to make the transformation. Known worldwide for operationalizing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the diagnosis of prostate and breast cancer, CorePlus stands out for being avant-garde.

If innovation and compassion appeal to you, we invite you to join our mission and become part of our family; we offer excellent benefits including health plan, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation, and life insurance.

The Position

Under direct supervision, the Medical Technologist is responsible for receiving, processing and analyzing samples. The MT provides medical information to organizations and establishments to be used to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases in a clinical and occupational medicine setting. The employee will accurately perform and report all in-house laboratory testing procedures and obtain the necessary specimens for reference laboratory testing, as required. Enhances the efficiency and accuracy of lab testing by maintaining adequate laboratory supplies, by keeping equipment in operational condition and by maintaining a clean and orderly laboratory work area. Assists in the preparation of monthly statistical reports by keeping accurate records on all laboratory procedures performed.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis on various body fluids such as urine, whole blood and gynecological samples for clinical and molecular studies.
• Prepares blood and plasma for a variety of laboratory reference tests.
• Analyzes and identifies blood and urine cells using a microscope techniques and procedures.
• Keep laboratory equipment’s clean, functional, and calibrated. Completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Organizes laboratory supplies and maintains laboratory inventory records by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Properly and safely disposes of hazardous and infectious waste and materials.
• Respects patient confidentiality laws.
• Compiles thorough and professional laboratory reports.
• Updates and maintains knowledge base by attending workshops, reading, and participating in professional organizations.
• Ensures accurate laboratory testing by performing phlebotomy on patients when necessary.
• Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains inter- and intradepartmental workflow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols, following identification procedures.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintains quality assurance of the Laboratory by performing proficiency testing.
• Performs QC reporting.
• Any other related responsibility not previously described.

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in biology
• Postgraduate in Medical Technology
• Licensed Medical Technologist
• Standardized knowledge in the fields of clinical chemistry, hematology, Phlebotomy, immunology, Microbiology, and urinalysis
• Knowledge in complex techniques such as PCR and Andrology testing

Working Conditions/ Physical Activity:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

CorePlus is an equal employment/affirmative action opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against any qualified person on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.