Medical Technologist - 2nd Shift (Sign-On Bonus)

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Laboratory Technologist for the Chemistry Lab. This full-time, 2nd shift position offers 40 hours per week with sign-on bonus eligibility.

You will prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and follow QA procedures while upholding CAP, TJC and OSHA accreditation standards. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MT/MLS or equivalent registry eligible within one year of hire.
• MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire.
• Proficiency following testing procedures and QA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
• Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality assurance

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MT/MLS registry eligible

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Laboratory Technologist for the Chemistry Lab. This full-time, 2nd shift position offers 40 hours per week with sign-on bonus eligibility.

You will prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and follow QA procedures while upholding CAP, TJC and OSHA accreditation standards. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced setting.