Medical Technologist

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, PC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

HSA

Life Insurance

401K Contributions

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Every Friday off

Tuition Assistance

Free Parking

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

STD/LTD/ADD Insurance

Job summary

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, PC in Rockville, MD is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform a broad range of laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis. This role supports patient care through accurate analysis and timely reporting of results.

You will monitor quality control data, perform instrument maintenance, and potentially assume Lab Manager duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical laboratory functions in chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and unscheduled instrument maintenance in all areas of the laboratory.
• Accurately interpret and report laboratory results or values.
• Perform Lab Manager duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA regulations related to safety and infection control.
• Other duties as assigned: the assignment of duties to employees is not limited to the content of this job description.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field

Job description

JOB TITLE

Medical Technologist

LOCATION

Rockville, MD

HOURS

4 DAY WORK WEEK - Monday - Thursday (Full-Time)

PAY

$35-40/hr depending on experience

FREE PARKING AT ALL 7 OFFICE LOCATIONS!

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• Life Insurance
• 401K Contributions
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Every Friday off
• Tuition Assistance
• Free Parking
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• STD/LTD/ADD Insurance (short-term disability, long-term disability and accidental death & dismemberment insurance)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Perform medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in the areas of hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis. Monitor the laboratory quality control data. Assume responsibilities of the Laboratory Manager when absence.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports directly to the Laboratory Manager and Laboratory Director.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires full range of body motion and frequent standing and walking short distances. Requires good eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity in both hands. Requires vision that is correctable to 20/20 with normal color perception. Requires the ability to hear alarms, instrument/analyzer audible alerts and telephone communications. Requires the ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, pathogenic bacteria and toxic substances, i.e. acids & bases.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Perform technical laboratory functions1 including quality controls, in chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and unscheduled instrument maintenance in all areas of the laboratory.
• Accurately interpret and report laboratory results or values.
• Perform Lab Manager duties & responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA regulations related to safety and infection control.
• Other Duties as Assigned: The assignment of duties to employees is not limited to the content of this job description. Other tasks and assignments may be related to the work usually assigned to the employee, but in some circumstances may be completely unrelated.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of a wide variety of clinical laboratory procedures, instrumentations and methodologies.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and documentation.
• Skill in performing a wide range of laboratory procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with physicians, supervisors, and office staff.
• Skill in identifying and resolving technical problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written protocols.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science(BS) degree in Medical Technology or related field.

CERTIFICATION

ASCP {or equivalent) as a Medical Technologist.