Medical Technologist

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Atrium Health's Carolinas Medical Center - Lab: Blood Bank is hiring for a full-time Blood Bank/Medical Laboratory Scientist. Evening shift runs 1400-2230 with rotating holidays and possible weekend rotation.

Eligible for sign-on bonus if qualified, and base compensation falls within $28.55-$42.85 per hour. The role emphasizes testing proficiency, QA adherence, inventory control and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for professional growth in a major academic health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a clinical laboratory science field.
• MT/MLS (ASCP) or equivalent registry eligible within one year of hire.
• Prior experience in blood bank or transfusion service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing procedures per QA guidelines and documents non-conform events.
• Prepares reagents and maintains adequate test supplies to reduce waste.
• Exercises clinical judgment in prioritizing tests and troubleshooting with specialists.
• Reviews procedures to meet CAP/TJC/OSHA regulatory requirements.
• Maintains shift-to-shift communication with leadership on issues affecting patient care.
• Participates in staff meetings, task forces, and competency assessments.

Skills

Lab testing procedures

Quality assurance

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) registry eligible

Tools

Hematology analyzers

Laboratory equipment

CAP/TJC/OSHA compliance

Job description

Department

60908 Carolinas Medical Center - Lab: Blood Bank

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Evening shift (1400-2230) 5x8. Rotating Holidays with possible weekend rotation. This position is sign-on bonus eligible for those that qualify.

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real-time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
• Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified.

Physical Requirements

Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area which contains bio hazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.

Education, Experience And Certifications

• Bachelor's degree required, MT, MLS or equivalent registry eligible.
• MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties.