Medical Technologist

WVU; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU is seeking a Medical Technologist for Uniontown Hospital. The role involves performing and analyzing clinical laboratory tests across all disciplines. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field and relevant state licensure.

The successful applicant will be required to maintain lab equipment, follow quality control policies, and interact with healthcare staff to ensure accurate patient results. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensure as required by state board.
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or chemical/biological science.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP or AMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests.
• Maintain and adjust laboratory instruments.
• Perform quality control and infection control procedures.
• Communicate findings with healthcare staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field

Certification as Medical Technologist (ASCP or AMT)

Job description

## Medical TechnologistApplylocations: Uniontown Hospital (UNTWN)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-36543## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided:**MD:** No State License required**OH**: No State License required**PA:** No State License required**WV:** Medical Laboratory Scientist license or Trainee license2. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, or 30 or more years of previous experience concurrent with CLIA grandfathered exception.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. Certification as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).**EXPERIENCE:**1. Experience as a Medical Technologist.**CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.1. Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.2. Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.3. Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job-related functions.4. May perform quality control summaries.5. Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.6. Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.7. Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.8. Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.10. Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.11. Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.12. Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.13. Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.14. Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment.2. May sit for extended period of time. **WORKING ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Work around strong or unpleasant odors.2. May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**1. Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.2. Able to communicate effectively.3. Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.4. Knowledge of basic computer skills.**Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**UNTWN Uniontown Hospital**Cost Center:**112 UNTWN Clinical Labs**Address:**500 W Berkeley StreetUniontownPennsylvania