Medical Technologist - $27+ per hour

North Mississippi Health Services; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist Lead to join their team in West Point, Mississippi. This pivotal role involves overseeing the workflow of laboratory staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high standards of quality control. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology and ASCP certification, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and innovative healthcare environment, dedicated to patient care and excellence. Join a team that values your unique talents and perspectives while providing a fulfilling career path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field is required.
• ASCP certification required within 12 months after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow of phlebotomists and ensure accurate specimen handling.
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and customers.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Biohazardous Specimens Handling

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Certification from ASCP

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Medical Technologist for a job in West Point, Mississippi.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

JOB SUMMARY
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

1. Supervision:
   • Coordinates work flow of phlebotomists in Specimen Processing area.
   • Serves as Charge Medical Technologist (MT) in absence of supervisor or Lead MT.
2. 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.
3. Specimen Handling & Processing:
   • Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
   • Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens.
4. Communication:
   • Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers.
5. Customer Service:
   • Uses AIDET as applicable.
   • Attends CARES training.
   • Ensures proper service recovery for patients and/or caregivers when necessary.
   • Answers telephone in a polite and efficient manner.
6. Employee Relations:
   • Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees.
7. 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.
8. Education:
   • Assists with training of students and new employees.
   • Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills.
   • Stays abreast of regulatory changes.
9. Regulation:
   • Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
   • Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guidelines/regulations/laws/statutes.
   • Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological Science or related field Required

Licenses and Certifications
ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, required within 12 months after graduation from an accredited Medical Technology Program. NOTE: If ASCP certification has recently lapsed, employee will have 90 days to complete continuing education and recertification requirements Required

Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record/history Preferred

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

About North Mississippi Health Services

At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind, and inspires you to be the “you” you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives and your passions – and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. We’re committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate “why” – our patients.

With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women’s and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.