Medical Tech ASCP (Occasional)

Terrebonne General Health System; Rutland Township (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrebonne General Health System in the United States seeks a Medical Technologist to perform a variety of technical tasks in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology and Microbiology. You will crossmatch, interpret stains and ensure quality systems are followed in the lab.

Responsibilities include operating instrumentation, performing routine specimen processing, and maintaining competency under supervision. Requires BS, MT certification, and CLS licensure.

Qualifications

• BS degree required and certification as Medical Technologist.
• Licensure as Clinical Laboratory Scientist required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests across Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology and Microbiology.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and ensure quality control.
• Crossmatch, interpret stains and smears, and monitor transfusion indications.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Quality Systems awareness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree

Medical Technologist certification

Clinical Laboratory Scientist licensure

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Varied (United States of America)

Department:

100 - 710000 TG - Laboratory And Pathology

Position Description:

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Medical Technologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of technical tasks and procedures in the Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Blood Bank:

• Perform crossmatching techniques.

• Apply problem-solving skills and judgment in dealing with antibody challenges.

• Understand the indications for transfusion and ensure proper action before releasing products that do not meet criteria.

• Demonstrate knowledge of Quality Systems for good blood bank practices.

Chemistry and Hematology:

• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.

• Apply knowledge of Quality Control processes.

• Maintain competency and assist the Core Lab Supervisor with additional tasks.

Microbiology:

• Conduct routine collection, inoculation, and processing of all specimen types.

• Prepare and promptly interpret stains and smears according to departmental procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BS degree and specialized training to obtain certification as a Medical Technologist and licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

• Familiarity with medical terminology is required.

• Basic computer literacy is required.

• Experience with Windows, word-processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and databases is preferred.