Medical Technologist (MLT/MLS) - Part Time - Second Shift

Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.

Responsibilities

Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols; Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustment to complete work in an appropriate time frame; Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness; Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results; Performs and documents calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments and equipment; Recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction; Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance; Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing; Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol; Provides general direction, training, competency review and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff; Assists in the development of education and training protocols; Instructs students, residents and new team members as assigned; Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures; Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards; Performs internal and external proficiency testing; Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry; Supports the disease specific accreditations of an institution by meeting turnaround time goals; Provides direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU and OR; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span

Requirements

Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); OR Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year; OR Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year; Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences; OR Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field; No experience required; Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner; Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment; Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs; Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs; Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday; May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and/or infectious agents; Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids; Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed

Benefits

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program