Medical Laboratory Scientist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a Staff Medical Technologist to perform clinical tests across multiple laboratory areas and generate data for diagnosis and treatment. You will evaluate results and contribute to quality control within the department.

You will train students or new staff and participate in on‑call coverage. A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology and MT certification are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences and certification as a Medical Technologist by a national certified agency.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Evaluates results of various procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences

Job description

Overview

The Staff Medical Technologist performs clinical tests in one or more areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of laboratory activity.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
• Evaluates results of various procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or one of the sciences related to Medical Technology and certification as a Medical Technologist by a national certified agency.