Medical Technologist - Laboratory

Description

Cameron Memorial Community Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We've been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we've helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.

DEPARTMENT: Laboratory

JOB TITLE: MT/MLT

SHIFT: 72 Hours Bi-Weekly, Weekend Nights

BENEFITS: Full-time benefits 

BONUS: Sign-On Bonus (up to $10,000)

SHIFT PREMIUMS

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of science degree in medical technology or biology, or two-year associate degree in applied laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting test results with precision and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Exemplifies good customer service.
• Regular reliable attendance.
• Ability to get along with others.
• Demonstrates proficient use of email.
• Follows laboratory procedures in preanalytical, analytical, and for post analytical phases of laboratory testing.
• Performs clinical laboratory procedures as authorized by Laboratory Director with precision and accuracy and examines the results.
• Calibrates, maintains, and trouble shoots instrumentation as needed.
• Maintains and documents quality control program.
• Inventories and requisitions assigned areas.
• Attend monthly meetings and/or inservices pertaining to laboratory testing proficiency material or other related topics as assigned by Laboratory Director.
• Observes all necessary safety guidelines.
• Performs similar and related duties as assigned.
• Test proficiency samples in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Performs and documents remedial action as necessary.
• Is capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or notify the Resource Tech, Technical Supervisor or Director.
• Any testing personnel qualifying under the general supervisor status may perform supervisor duties as assigned.
• Performs Phlebotomist's essential job functions.