Medical Technologist

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Wheeling, WV is seeking a Medical Technologist to analyze and process specimens in a fast-paced clinical laboratory. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field and WV licensure as required.

You will operate and maintain instruments, perform quality control, and report findings to nurses and physicians while following safety and regulatory guidelines. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology/MLS or related field.
• WV High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) or Trainee license as required.
• Experience as Medical Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze samples in a timely, accurate manner following procedures.
• Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments per policy.
• Perform quality control and report findings to nurses/physicians.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory guidelines.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

BS in Medical Technology/MLS

WV HCTP or Trainee License

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• 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: High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License OR Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health

• 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.

Preferredqualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Certification as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Experience

• Experience as a Medical Technologist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.
• Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.
• Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job-related functions.
• May perform quality control summaries.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.
• Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.
• Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.
• Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.
• Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.
• Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
• Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.
• Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.
• 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:

• Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment.
• May sit for extended period of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Work around strong or unpleasant odors.
• May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease.

Skills And Abilities

• Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center

112 WH Clinical Labs

Address

1 Medical Park Drive

Wheeling

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.