Medical Technologist

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc

Tupelo (MS)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 56,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Medical Technologist Lead in Tupelo. The role supports scheduling, quality control, maintenance programs and workflow organization within the Pathology Main Unit.

The position involves supervising phlebotomists, serving as Charge MT when absent, and ensuring compliant, timely transport of specimens while upholding regulatory standards and patient safety.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology required.
Knowledge of LIS and regulatory guidelines essential.
ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates work flow of phlebotomists in Specimen Processing area.
Serves as Charge Medical Technologist in absence of supervisor or Lead MT.
Ensures accurate transport of lab supplies, equipment and specimens.
Follows regulatory guidelines for handling/processing specimens.
Maintains patient identification accuracy and labeling.
Communicates effectively with NMHS staff, patients and families.

Skills

LIS proficiency

Organizational & communication skills

Biohazardous specimen handling

Process improvement

Team coordination

Effective customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Department:

10007020 Pathology Main Unit

Work Shift:

Part Time

Job Description:

The Medical Technologist Lead at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for assisting the supervisor with scheduling, quality control, maintenance programs, and work flow organization. This role also includes ensuring the accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment, and specimens while adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.

Job Functions:

Supervision:

Coordinates work flow of phlebotomists in Specimen Processing area.
Serves as Charge Medical Technologist (MT) in absence of supervisor or Lead MT.

Distribution and Transportation:

Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens.
Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens.

Specimen Handling & Processing:

Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens.

Communication:

Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers.

Customer Service:

Uses AIDET as applicable.
Attends CARES training.
When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers.
Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner.

Employee Relations:

Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees.

Reporting/Recordkeeping:

Assures department testing, applicable to their area, is reported in an accurate and timely manner.
Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives.
Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control.

Education:

Assists with training of students and new employees.
Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills.
Stays abreast of regulatory changes.

Regulation:

Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Proficient skills with LIS
Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills
Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; Prioritize and organize daily work demands of area
Evaluating processes and equipment for optimal organization and performance
Communicates effectively
Provides excellent service to internal and external customers
Assuring quality control is acceptable and required maintenance is completed daily in work area
Must have extensive contact with: Pathology Department and hospital staff (including physicians)
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Physical Demands