Job Description
The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Hematology Department provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards. Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests.
Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
Ensures operation of analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Provides medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Works in compliance with all established QA/QI standards.
Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
Recognizes problems, identifies the cause and implements solutions where appropriate.
Orients and/or trains new employees.
15. Performs other related duties as required and directed.
Full-time employee benefits include:
Competitive Benefits Package
Bereavement Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Prescription Services Discounts/Delivery
Prescription Mail Order
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) Plan
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Financial Planning
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Events
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Liability Insurance
Direct Deposit
On-Call/Call-In Pay
Free Parking
403(b) Plan w/ Employer Match
On-Site Day Care
Flexible Scheduling
Wellness Program
Concierge Services
On-Site Dry Cleaning and Bakery
Free Colleague Fitness Membership
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field, or an associate degree in medical technology or related field. - Required
MT Certification or MLS Certification - Required
Can be a New Grad, as long as they are ASCP eligible.
HM is open to considering a MLT that is already ASCP Certified.
***HM specifically looking for the following: "Medical Technologists or Medical Laboratory Technicians with generalist or Hematology experience...Does not have the staff to train a non-MT Hematology because of the knowledge required to differentiate cell lineages accurately."
Having consolidated system resources into one centralized lab, Laboratory is able to perform testing with greater efficiency, more cost effectiveness, and ultimately to provide more timely results, helping to improve patient care. All hospitals continue to offer in-house laboratories to conduct stat testing needed for inpatient treatment decisions as well as full-service blood draw and surgical pathology services (if currently providing this service).
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