Medical Laboratory Scientist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); McDowell (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a Staff Medical Technologist to perform clinical tests across lab departments. The role includes ensuring data quality, assisting in training staff, and participating in total lab coverage.

Certification as a Medical Technologist is required. The position requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or related field and professional certification; the incumbent will operate under supervision and contribute to patient care by delivering accurate lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by a nationally certified agency.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment.
• Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
• Evaluates results of various procedures and performs troubleshooting on equipment after reporting issues.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains records and performs clerical duties; assists in training students and new employees.
• Notifies physician of abnormal test results when supervisor is unavailable.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage on shift basis or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Certification as Medical Technologist

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.

Overview

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

Special Instructions

MLS or MLT

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 procedure.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

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or one of the sciences related to Medical Technology.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by a nationally certified agency.