Medical Technologist

St. Elizabeth; Fort Thomas (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage within 30 days

Employer retirement match

Tuition reimbursement & professional发展

Wellness programs

Internal mobility & mentorship

Mentorship & internal mobility

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in the clinical laboratory. The role requires a NAACLS-approved MT program and certification, or equivalent credentials with registry eligibility and a pathway to certification.

The position emphasizes accurate reporting, quality control, safety, and professional development within a 36-hour schedule, supporting diverse patient care in our regional labs.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Biological Science with NAACLS MT program and certification
• ASCP certification or CLIA/HHS equivalent, or registry eligible with NAACLS MT/CLS program
• Registry eligible with five years of technical laboratory experience in one area (Section Certification)
• CLIA '88 Equivalent (HEW/HHS) certification accepted.
• Registry Eligible with NAACLS MT/CLS program and certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Operates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment and performs procedures to ensure accurate results.
• Reports results within time limits and documents in LIS/HIS systems.
• Performs quality control and implements corrective actions as needed to meet quality standards.
• Participates in safety and quality assurance activities and assists in training and education.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment; ensures accuracy and cost effectiveness.
• Performs quality control and participates in QA activities.

Skills

Clinical internship

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Biological Science with NAACLS approved Medical Technology program

ASCP Certification

CLIA '88 Equivalent (HEW/HHS Certification)

Registry Eligible - MT/CLS program

Registry Eligible - 5 yrs lab exp

Job description

**Engage with us for your next career opportunity. Right Here.****Job Type:**Regular**Scheduled Hours:**36** | Why You'll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare**At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We're guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.** | Benefits That Support You**We invest in you - personally and professionally.Enjoy:- Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.- Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules- Retirement savings with employer match- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities- Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs- Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility**Job Summary:**This position performs Laboratory testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The Medical Technologist performs moderate and highly complex testing in the clinical laboratory, responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.**Job Description:****Job Duties:**Understands all principle(s) involved in assigned procedures and applies this knowledge to the clinical situation or outcomes in clinical diagnosis management of the patient. (See department competency sheet.) Must be able to determine if specimen integrity issues, patient medication(s), other interfering substances that could affect patient testing results.Operates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment, supplies; and performs procedures to ensure high quality, accurate and cost effective results in all areas of the laboratory.Ensures accuracy of testing per manufacturer's guidelines and all applicable regulation. Interfaces with Hot Lines and service personnel to oversee proper functionality and repair of instruments.Reports results within time limits established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy.Records patient data and other information quickly and accurately in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS) to ensure appropriate turnaround time and effective retrieval of patient testing results.Collects and/or processes specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures for timely and accurate testing.Performs and documents quality control as specified for each procedure meeting established internal and regulatory guidelines, accurately analyzes quality control results obtained before accepting and reporting patient testing results. Follow policies and procedures whenever tests systems are not within established acceptable levels. Notifies Supervisor or designee of discrepant quality control resultsParticipates in Quality Assurance activities to meet the Laboratory Quality Plan. Follows policies and procedures whenever tests systems are not within established acceptable levels. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results. Initiates, investigates and implements all necessary corrective action(s). Documents follow-up in the electronic software to resolve variances in procedures and outcome(s). Must correct the problems or immediately notify the supervisor or designee.Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens as part of the Laboratory Quality Plan.Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.Participates in the Laboratory Safety team to assist in Safety Audits, training and review of Laboratory Safety Policies.Enhances professional growth development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by participation in continuing education, in-service training and the School of Medical Technology lectures and bench training. Performs all other duties as assigned.Ensures that all cost saving activities occur to meet all financial budgetary parameters and works with Supervisor/designee to ensure the most cost effective processes have been implemented, i.e. ordering reagents on time, ensuring correct orders are received, rotating stock to minimize waste, effective use of all resources to minimize waste.Performs other duties as assigned.**Qualifications:****Education, Credentials, Licenses:**Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with certification from **a nationally recognized certifying agency****OR**Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along **with ASCP Certification****OR**CLIA '88 Equivalent (**HEW/HHS Certification)****OR****Registry Eligible** - Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science and have completed a NAACLS accredited MT/CLS program **AND be certified within a year of eligibility or be certified one year from date of hire.**Registry Eligible for a Section Certification - must have a Baccalaureate Degree with a minimum of five-years technical experience in ONE of the Clinical Areas of the Laboratory.**Specialized Knowledge:**None**Kind and Length of Experience:**Minimum of 6-12 month of clinical internship as part of an approved MLS Training Program.**FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptRight Career. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.