Medical Technologist (Certified)

Waterbury Hospital; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus up to $15,000

Free Parking

Shift incentives

Employee Referral bonuses

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Waterbury Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses on patient specimens using a variety of analytical techniques. Responsibilities include hematology, chemistry, serology, microbiology, clinical microscopy and transfusion procedures; report critical values promptly and maintain quality and safety in the lab.

Candidates should have a BS degree, ASCP/NCA/HEW or equivalent certification preferred, and 1-3 years generalist

Qualifications

• BS degree required or equivalent.
• ASCP/NCA/HEW certification or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years generalist experience including blood bank preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access hospital systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis on patient specimens (blood, body fluids, culture material, feces) using various techniques.
• Perform hematology, chemistry, serology, microbiology, clinical microscopy and transfusion procedures as defined by procedures manual.
• Relay information regarding critical values and abnormal results to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Customer service

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Job description

At Waterbury Hospital We Offer

• Sign on bonuses for experienced technologists up to $15,000.00
• Free Parking
• Shift incentives

At Waterbury Hospital We Offer

• Sign on bonuses for experienced technologists up to $15,000.00
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Free Parking
• Education reimbursement
• Shift incentives

Scope Of The Position

Responsible for the accurate performance of qualitative and quantitative analysis on patient specimens (including blood, body fluids other than blood, culture material, feces, etc.) using a variety of analytical techniques acquiring quality results.

Perform hematological, chemical, serological, microbiological, clinical microscopy and transfusion procedures as defined by procedures manual.

Relay information to appropriate individuals concerning critical values, abnormal results according to established policies.

Requirements

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e., blood borne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting, and caring of supplies, standing, walking and bending.
• Ability to interact with internal as well as external customers with tact and confidentiality.
• Ability to approach clinical responsibilities for patient care with regard to the laboratories vision, i.e., by providing high quality, cost effective and timely diagnostic/therapeutic services through the effective utilization of human resources and state-of-the-art technologists.
• Medical Technologist Certification (ASCP) or NCA or HEW equivalent
• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• 1-3 years generalist experience including blood bank experience preferred.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.