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

Responsibilities

Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated; Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustments to complete work in an appropriate time frame; Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness; Follows prescribed policy in 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 and implements appropriate corrections; Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol; Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated; 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 and instructs students, residents and new team members; Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes; Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards, supporting CAP Regulatory requirements in an acute setting; Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples; Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry; Supports disease-specific accreditations by meeting turn-around time goals; Provides direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU and OR during high acuity patient events, including transfusion services, attending codes, testing on irretrievable samples, tissue grinding, gram stains, mass casualty procedures, and mass transfusion procedures

Requirements

Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); 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; 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; 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

Benefits

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; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance