Medical Technologist - 40 hrs - Days (7am-3:30pm)

Trinity Health Of New England; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Shift Differentials

Award-winning Hospital

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist with strong Blood Bank experience to join our team. The role includes analyzing blood, urine, and other body fluids to aid diagnosis and patient care.

Responsibilities include operating analyzers, maintaining equipment, and performing cell counts with microscopy. A bachelor’s in Medical Technology or MT/MLS certification is required, with full-time day shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have strong Blood Bank experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or ASCP MT certification.
• Core Lab experience including blood bank exposure.

Responsibilities

• Determine normal/abnormal components of body fluids via chemical analyses.
• Analyze blood cells using microscopy and counting techniques.
• Ensure operation of analyzers and lab equipment; calibrate and perform maintenance.

Skills

Blood Bank experience

Laboratory analysis

Instrument operation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

MLS or MT certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Saint Mary's Hospital, Waterbury CT

You would be responsible for providing highly skilled analysis of blood, fluids and tissue samples. Your work is vital to the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients.

Must be a generalist and have experience, including strong Blood Bank experience.

What you will do:

• Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.

• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures

• Ensures operation of analyzers and all laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Position Hours:

40 hours, Day Shifts (7am-3:30pm), rotating weekends/holidays

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology in NAACLS accredited MT program or Associate's Degree in MLT certification program.

• MLS or MT-ASCP equivalent level certification offered by one of the professional societies. Or must achieve certification within the first year of employment.

• Core Lab experience, including strong Blood Bank experience

• Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Our Mission and Core Values

• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage—starting Day One!

• Generous Shift Diffs

• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Saint Mary's Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients inWaterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.