Medical Technologist

American Oncology Network; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 42,154 - 78,302; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hawaii is looking for a laboratory technician responsible for daily specimen processing in a clinical setting. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field, along with relevant laboratory experience. This role includes quality assurance, compliance with regulations, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Competitive compensation is offered, with a pay range of $30.60 - $56.84 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field required.
• State laboratory license required in Hawaii.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens for testing using standard methods.
• Review daily technical systems for quality assurance.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information.
• Comply with all regulations pertaining to patient care.

Skills

Specimen processing

Quality assurance

Laboratory testing

Hazardous materials handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, or related field

State of Hawaii laboratory license

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for daily specimen processing in the designated laboratory, including technical and non-technical duties. Communicates with staff physicians and other staff employees regarding patient’s specimen. Works with management personnel to ensure efficient and technically correct systems and procedures in the laboratory that includes QA/QC of reagents, instrumentation, proficiency testing, etc.

Location

Hawaii Cancer Care

Pay Range

$30.60 - $56.84

Key Performance Areas

• Prepare and process specimens for testing using CAP acceptable methods and standards.
• Reviews the daily technical systems for assurance of quality and efficiency.
• Perform tests according to approved policies and procedures for all phases of testing; pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic, as well as general laboratory specimens.
• Assures instruments and reagents are within quality parameters.
• Participates in laboratory research and development projects as needed and as time permits.
• Responsible for inventory and ordering of supplies.
• Exercises all precautions when handling hazardous chemicals that are irritating to mucous membranes and the skin.
• Assist with revising laboratory documents including policies, procedures, and forms.
• Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times.
• Will be expected to work at any Company location to help meet the Company’s business needs.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient rights, safety, billing, human resources and collections. Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Keep work area and records in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintain all company equipment in a safe and working order.

Position Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, molecular or related field and/or successful completion of a medical technology or related field Training program and has a minimum 1 year of related experience in the designated laboratory specialty is preferred.
• A state of Hawaii laboratory license in the designated area is required, and an MT(ASCP) or MT(AMT) license is preferred.
• Candidate must be dependable, and adaptable in all aspects of laboratory responsibilities and scheduling hours.

Travel

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