Medical Technologist ASCP

K.A. Recruiting Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a licensed Medical Technologist to perform diverse lab procedures involving both manual and automated methods. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant training, and state licensure. Join a team focused on quality improvement and patient care across all age groups.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree with a major in biological science or related field.
• Licensed as a Medical Technologist by Tennessee Laboratory Licensing Board.
• One year of training in an approved school of Medical Technology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment.
• Conduct chemical, microscopic, and bacteriological testing of body fluids.
• Collaborate with the Team Leader in continuous quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Independence

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field

Training in Medical Technology

Job description

Job Summary:
A licensed Medical Technologist performs and develops a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment and using both manual and automated methods.

This employee performs chemical, microscopic and bacteriological testing of body fluids to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease under the direction of a team leader. He/she works closely with the Team Leader and team members in an atmosphere of continuous quality improvement. He/she performs duties as assigned by a Team Leader and/or Laboratory Director.

The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her section. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.

Requirements:

-Must have Bachelor's Degree with major in biological science or related field plus one year of training in an approved school of Medical Technology or equivalent

-Licensed as a Medical Technologist by the State of Tennessee Laboratory Licensing Board

Additional Information

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