Certified Medical Technologist II, Full Time, First Shift, Core Lab

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $8,000

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Technologist II for the Core Lab Department on the first shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH. A sign-on bonus of up to $8,000 is offered.

The ideal candidate holds MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) certification; an Associate degree is required, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. The role involves performing CLIA-defined testing, QC, equipment maintenance, and ensuring accurate specimen handling in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Associate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology is required.
• ASCP MT/MLS/MLT certification or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in CLS/Medical Technology is preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory terminology and turnaround times; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate, and high complexity testing as defined by CLIA.
• Maintain quality control procedures and document results.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical laboratory equipment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff and ensure safe specimen collection and processing.
• Provide instruction and supervision to students and new staff as needed.

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

Written communication

Stress tolerance

Education

Associate degree in CLS/MLT

Bachelor's degree in CLS/Medical Technology

ASCP MT/MLS/MLT certification

Job description

Job Description

Certified Medical Technologist II, First Shift, Core Lab Department

UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Technologist II for the core lab department for first shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We’re offering up to $8,000 service-on bonus!

Location

Cincinnati, OH, United States

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum Required: Associate degree in a clinical laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology.
• Preferred: A bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science OR medical technology.
• Required: MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent.
• Preferred: Laboratory experience.
• Required: Knowledge of specimen requirements; must be familiar with laboratory terminology, laboratory assay schedules and expected turnaround times; ability to read and comprehend written information; ability to effectively and efficiently perform a variety of job duties in a stressful, fast paced environment.
• Preferred: Keyboarding skills

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is an EEO employer.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex testing as defined by CLIA.
• Performs special analyses that require advanced evaluation and judgment skills. Uses set protocols and guidelines and independent judgment to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of test results.
• Performs work in an efficient manner by coordinating testing steps to achieve maximum productivity.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Recognizes and assumes responsibility for instrument, equipment and reagent problems. Keeps appropriate persons informed as necessary.
• Maintains currency in the field through completion of all mandatory competencies and training modules, regular review of departmental policies and procedures and participation in continuing education opportunities.
• Provides instruction for students and new associates.
• Performs and records all quality control procedures. Evaluates the results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Performs on-going data analysis to detect trends, problems, etc. and undertakes specialized corrective actions.
• Keeps appropriate person(s) informed of ongoing problems and resolution of problems.
• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture within scope of training and demonstrated competency.
• Competently accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Evaluates samples for acceptability.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.