Medical Technologist

Carolinas Medical Center; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Carolinas Medical Center is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist to join the IL Central Lab on the 3rd shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role is 28 hours per week and requires performing and evaluating laboratory tests, ensuring quality control, and assisting in instrument maintenance in a fast-paced clinical setting. Requires MT/MLS certification within 1 year or AMT/MT certification, and a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests within established protocols.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance and follows reporting policies.
• Performs calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Performs quality control and QA for improvement according to protocol.
• Ensures proper labeling and collection of specimens from patients of all ages.
• Provides direction and training to staff and students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's or Associate's in Medical Technology

Job description

Department

60350 IL ACL Laboratories - IL Central Lab: Core Lab

Status

Part time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

28

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Part-time 3rd shift hours from 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. with rotating weekends and holidays

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated. Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustment to complete work in an appropriate time frame.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity andappropriateness. Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Performs and documents calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments and equipment. Recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction; evaluates and implements appropriate corrections.
• Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol. Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated.
• Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing. Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provides general direction, training, competency review and technical l assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff. Assists in the development of education and training protocols; instructs students, residents and new team members as assigned.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes. Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards, supporting CAP Regulatory requirements in an acute setting.
• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry. Supports the disease specific accreditations of an institution by meeting turn- around time goals.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year.

Education Required

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Will occasionally be required to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday. May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and/or infectious agents. Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids. Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- 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

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