Medical Technologist

Advocate Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Concord, NC seeks a qualified MT/MLS certified Medical Laboratory Technologist. The role emphasizes proficiency in testing procedures and adherence to quality assurance guidelines to support accreditation.

The position involves reagent preparation, inventory management to minimize waste, and strong communication with leadership to resolve issues impacting patient care. Participation in competency assessments is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MT, MLS or equivalent registry eligible.
• MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) eligibility within 12 months of hire.
• Proficiency with testing procedures and QA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and adheres to testing procedures and QA guidelines.
• Prepares reagents and maintains supplies; manages inventory to reduce waste.
• Uses clinical judgment to set priorities and resolves issues via appropriate channels.
• Assists with procedures and documentation for accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains clear communication with leadership about issues affecting patient care.
• Participates in planning change through meetings, task forces or projects.
• Engages in competency assessment where qualified.

Skills

Quality assurance

Inventory management

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MT (ASCP) eligibility

MLS (ASCP) eligibility

Job description

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.