JGH MLT

WVU Medicine; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine seeks a Laboratory professional to perform tests spanning bacteriology, chemistry, hematology, serology, and more, following established laboratory standards. You will identify specimens, report results, and ensure quality control, while maintaining equipment and supply readiness in a hospital lab setting.

The role requires an Associate degree in Medical Technology, WV HCTP licensure (or trainee), and at least one year of general lab experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Technology or related science from an accredited school.
• HCTP License or Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health.
• One year general laboratory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related science (preferred).
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests and procedures across Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology and Coagulation, Serology, etc.
• Identify and label all specimens received/collected.
• Record and report findings; call critical values to caregivers; fax reports when indicated.
• Perform quality control according to established policy.
• Provide age-appropriate care during phlebotomy based on patient age (neonate to geriatric).
• Assist in supervising students during clinical training.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, facilities, and work areas; calibrate equipment; report defects.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Perform a variety of chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests and procedures and related duties, to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, following established standards and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school
2. High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License OR Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, or related science from an accredited school

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year general laboratory experience

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned, following outlines in procedure manuals. This includes Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology and Coagulation, Serology, etc.
2. Identify and label all specimens received/collected.
3. Record and report findings as required. Call all values that are flagged as critical to a responsible caregiver following Laboratory procedure. Fax reports when indicated if phlebotomist/clerk is not available.
4. Perform quality control according to established policy.
5. When performing phlebotomy procedures, assure that appropriate care is provided utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of the patient – neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric
6. Assess data reflective to the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. Provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
7. May assist in supervising students during their clinical training
8. Care for and maintain supplies, equipment, facilities, and work areas as required/directed. Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and apparatus. Calibrate equipment. Alert supervisor to defective equipment, supplies, materials, etc. Document maintenance. Perform cleaning duties as required
9. Understand and perform specimen-collecting techniques. Judge the adequacy of submitted specimens and request another specimen if necessary.
10. Record all test results with accuracy. Include information regarding abnormal appearance of specimen
11. Identify and/or flag all abnormal results and panic values and call to proper personnel following Laboratory procedure.
12. Maintain all required records, report, statistics, logs and files. Report inventory to Lab Manager. Rotates stock as needed. Unpacks supplies and store appropriately.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Light lifting
2. May stand for long periods of time

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates effective communication skills
2. Ability to adapt to change

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: JAX Jackson General Hospital
Cost Center: 112
JAX Clinical Labs Address: 122 Pinnell St Ripley West Virginia

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes.

To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.