Medical Technologist

Medical Technologist is responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures to fulfill the requests of the prescribing physician. Performs clinical testing in any or all of the following laboratory areas: blood bank, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, immunology, microbiology, urinalysis, and may include phlebotomy. The technologist works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines.

Ensures all patient specimens are resulted accurately and on time:

• Performs in all assigned areas of the laboratory which may include phlebotomy.
• Provides accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures to ensure that all patients receive appropriate treatment promptly.

Maintains required records and documentation:

• Reads, understands and complies with departmental policies, protocols and procedures: (i.e. procedure manuals, safety manual, compliance manual, employee handbook, and quality assurance manual).
• Maintains all appropriate maintenance logs.
• Perform basic clerical duties, i.e. filing, faxing, and preparing mail.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor to guarantee the lab maintains utmost quality.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate, to ensure that all equipment is in working order.
• Performs calibration of equipment as required.
• Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.

Demonstrates organizational commitment:

• Adheres to departmental dress code standards, appearing neat and clean at all times.
• Reads and follows all organizational and departmental policies and procedures to remain in good standing with the organization and leads by example. Assists in updating policy and procedure manuals.
• Dependable and is punctual as defined by department policy to ensure that work is started and completed on time.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Must adhere to safety protocols at all times.
• Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the department Director.

Shift: 3

Hours: Varied, 80 hrs pp

Type: Full Time

Category: Clinical

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemical, Physical or Biological Science from an accredited institution and one year of Medical Technology School from an accredited facility. Requires a certification by an approved MT program or be certification eligible.

*Safety-Sensitive Position

***As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person