Medical Laboratory Technologist I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist I for diverse laboratory tests and responsibilities. The successful candidate will ensure accurate results, oversee compliance with regulations, and maintain safety standards while working in a collaborative team dedicated to patient care and recovery. Provide crucial support in a dynamic setting with a focus on mental health services within the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Loan repayment opportunities

Employment stability

Rewarding professional opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in medical technology or related fields.
• Two years of experience in a medical laboratory for Associate degree holders.
• Ability to use laboratory equipment and understand terminology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a wide variety of moderate and high complexity laboratory tests.
• Produce accurate and reliable test results.
• Serve as lead technologist in specialist areas.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Safety precautions

Laboratory equipment

Pathophysiological processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Associate degree in medical technology

Certified Laboratory Assistant course

Job description

Description of Work

Cherry Hospital is currently accepting applications for a Medical Laboratory Technologist I. Reporting to the Clinical Laboratory, this position is responsible for a wide variety of both moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Professional judgement is a requirement for this position. The person will be responsible for producing accurate and reliable test results which contribute to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of physiological and pathological conditions. This position is for a Generalist with responsibility as a lead technologist in one of the specialist areas in the laboratory. CAP regulatory standards will be followed and adhered to these standards. Cherry Hospital performs Hematology/Urinalysis, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Miscellaneous manual test.

*This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Anticipated VacanciesCherry Hospital
A Place of Hope, Care, and Recovery
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. DHHS manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families.Cherry Hospital (CH) is a State-of-the-Art psychiatric hospital located in a beautiful rural area of Goldsboro, NC. Although rural, Cherry Hospital is convenient to the Triangle Area (Raleigh/Durham) and the coastal region of the state. It is about an hour's drive to the heart of Raleigh or the beautiful coastal town of New Bern.Mission StatementTo provide excellent psychiatric care to individuals with the greatest need and the least resources.Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. In earnest efforts to follow our mission, we strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dsohf/cherry-hospital.

In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards of working with potentially infectious materials and the appropriate safety precautions to avoid infections.
• Demonstrated experience using laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology.
• Knowledge of the pathophysiological processes being monitored and how the medical laboratory science is applied.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor s degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution
OR
Associate degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory
OR
Completion of a Certified Laboratory Assistant course in medical technology
OR
a comparable course and three years of experience in a medical laboratory
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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