Medical Technologist (Mt) - Kettering - Molecular Testing - Full Time - Varied Shift

Overview

Sign-on Bonus! Up to $10,000 available to eligible applicants - MT (Medical Technician)

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Main Campus

• Kettering Health Main Campus, formerly Kettering Medical Center, is the flagship hospital of Kettering Health and has been serving Kettering, Ohio and the Greater Dayton area since 1964.
• The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital, maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and level II Emergency Care.
• In 2020, KH Main Campus received an "A" from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Received 4 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
• Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.
• Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades (2017-2019).
• Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.
• 465-bed hospital (includes newborn beds)

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, performs the tests ordered in the specific laboratory section(s) as assigned. Sections include chemistry, hematology, transfusion service, and microbiology.
• Access to coordinator or other professional personnel is required.
• May assist CLA's and another technical team.
• Other duties assigned

Job Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Lab Science is required.
• ASCP Certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Credentialing through the Proficiency Examination administered under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (formerly Health, Education, and Welfare).

Preferred Qualifications

Specific Laboratory Section: Molecular testing and Flow Cytometry.

Technologist will process clinical samples, perform technical laboratory procedures, report results, and troubleshoot processes and instrumentation. Laboratory procedures may include: nucleic acid extractions from primary patient samples, amplification via PCR or RT-PCR, immunophenotyping of fluids and tissues, and automated instrumentation utilization. Specimen testing results are utilized for prediction and diagnosis of disease as well as the provisioning of quality patient care. Documentation systems in place are to be maintained. Participation in quality control procedures, inventory activities, and competency/proficiency testing required. May participate in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment, and new technology transfer.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Clinical Lab Science or Medical Technology required. Current MT /MLS license (ASCP) required. Will consider MLT with appropriate experience.

Experience with molecular diagnostics and/or flow cytometry preferred. MB (ASCP) preferred.