Medical Technologist - FT - Eve - Sharon

Sharon Hospital; Sharon (CT); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 141 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k)

Résumé du poste

Sharon Hospital is seeking a Medical Technologist to process laboratory specimens, report results, and maintain accurate records in a busy Core Lab. The role requires proficiency across blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology and urinalysis, plus high-complexity testing. Candidate must hold a B.S.

in Medical Technology and be certified as a Medical Technologist in multiple specialties. The position is on-site at Sharon Hospital with comprehensive benefits and standard hospital

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or related fields.
• Certification as Medical Technologist in specified specialties.

Responsabilités

• Process laboratory specimens and report results.
• Maintain laboratory records and QC procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and adhere to policies.
• Communicate critical results to care teams.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of testing methods and new technologies.
• Comply with regulatory requirements and documentation standards.

Connaissances

English communication

Formation

B.S. Medical Tech

Medical Technologist Cert

Outils

Laboratory equipment

Description du poste

Summary:

Responsible for the processing of laboratory specimens and reporting of results in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Maintains laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory.

• 1.Ability to function in all areas of the clinical laboratory: blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology/immunology, urinalysis.
• 2.Responsible for performing high-complexity testing.
• 3.Alters or adjusts methods and procedures for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
• 4.Performs quality control procedures and instrument checks.
• 5.Demonstrates knowledge of expected lab values for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
• 6.Notifies patient care unit and/or physician of critical lab values.
• 7.Maintains accurate laboratory records on procedures performed for statistics and billing.
• 8.Maintains appropriate quality control (QC) requirements.
• 9.Meets current documentation standards and policies.
• 10.Interacts professionally with the Director of Clinical Laboratory, Pathologist and clinical laboratory personnel.
• 11. Consults with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• 12. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• 13. Follows standard precautions at all times.
• 14. Manages and operates laboratory equipment safely and correctly.
• 15. Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies.
• 16. Maintains current knowledge of hospital policy, JCAHO, state and other regulatory requirements.
• 17. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• 18. Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.
• 19. Wears appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times.
• 20. Uses the principles of AIDET in every customer encounter
• 21. Completes other duties as assigned and required.

Regulatory Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist in the following specialties: blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology/immunology.

Language Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additionally, languages are preferred.

Location: Sharon-Sharon Hospital 50 Hospital Hill Road

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Sharon Hospital

Org Unit: 1062

Department: Core Lab

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly

Available benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Basic Life and AD&D insurance; Wellness Programs; Employee Assistance Program; and Team Member Discounts. Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.