Medical Laboratory Technologist

Salary : $47,359.96 - $54,463.95 Annually
Location : Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 07270
Department: Public Health
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: 12/10/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
General Statement of Duties
The Forsyth County Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated candidate with experience in Medical Laboratory testing for a Medical Laboratory Technologist position. Work involves responsibilities such as operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, evaluating quality control, proficiency testing, performing various clinical, micro-biological, and environmental laboratory related QC. The Medical Laboratory Technologist, working under the oversight of the Medical Laboratory Director and Medical Laboratory Manager, is responsible for performing and recording quality controls for all diagnostic testing as well as for all laboratory equipment and may provide phlebotomy services, including venipuncture and fingerstick, to clients being served by the Department of Public Health.
This position assists with keeping up with the demands on the laboratory to ensure appropriate turnaround times for testing so that providers can ensure appropriate treatment regimen.
Distinguishing Features
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
General theoretical knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to areas of work;
General knowledge of the laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology;
General knowledge of basic pathophysiological processes being monitored as well as how Medical Laboratory science is applied;
Ability to use a variety of laboratory equipment to perform a variety of procedures and to maintain quality control;
Ability to make accurate observations and written reports of test results;
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;
Ability to instruct medical technology students and other health professionals in laboratory procedures and instrumentation;
Ability to make microscopic examinations and;
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in medical technology, chemistry or a biological science or;
Graduation from an associate degree program of medical technology and one year of experience in the assigned area or;
Completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course and two years of experience in the assigned area or;
Graduation from high school or GED and four years of experience in the assigned area.
Valid driver's license required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Performs a variety of routine and less standardized laboratory test procedures within the work area such as water testing, gonorrhea cultures, VDRL and chlamydia.
Receives specimens in laboratory; places specimens on appropriate medium; incubates cultures; examines specimens to identify microorganisms.
Maintains instrumentation and troubleshoots problems.
Performs quality control on all reagents, media, and equipment.
Serve as technical resource to other staff and clinicians.
Assist in evaluating new methods, kits, procedures and equipment.
Performs related work as required.
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

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• No I do not agree

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Please select your highest level of completed education.

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college, trainings, or certifications
• Completion of a vocational program
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or above

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science?

• Yes
• No

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In what field is your degree? If you do not have a degree enter N/A.
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Did you graduate from an associate's degree program of medical technology?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have working as a medical technologist or in a closely related field?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• 4 to 6 years
• 6 to 8 years
• More than 8 years

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Have you completed a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of laboratory training or experience do you have working in a high complexity microbiology lab?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 5 to 7 years
• More than 7 years

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What best describes your experience in laboratory quality control/quality assurance?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

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Do you have experience in Medical Laboratory testing?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly list types of lab tests you have preformed. If you have not performed lab tests, please put N/A.
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Do you have experience performing preventative and repair maintenance on laboratory instruments?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience troubleshooting problems with laboratory instruments?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience writing and updating laboratory procedure manuals?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with the day to day use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and LIS Software?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please list what systems you have used. If you answered no, please put N/A.
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Do you have experience in assisting or preparing for CLIA or COLA inspections?

• Yes
• No

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Are you proficient at reading Wet Preps and Gram Stained slides?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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