Medical Technologist - FT - Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Virginia; On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Stafford, VA, is hiring a Medical Technologist for the night shift. This full-time role performs routine and specialized laboratory testing, supports physicians with accurate results, and ensures quality patient care within regulatory guidelines.

The position requires a BS in Medical Technology or a related degree with ASCP/AMT certification; 1–2 years of relevant experience is preferred. Evening, night, and weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or a related degree.
• ASCP or AMT certification required or eligible.
• One to two years relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate routine and specialized laboratory testing per procedures.
• Perform quality control on instruments, reagents, and maintenance to ensure high-quality service.
• Evaluate abnormal results and resolve instrument problems per regulatory guidelines.
• Enter test results promptly to ensure turnaround times.
• Perform proficiency testing to meet regulatory requirements.
• Interface with physicians and hospital departments regarding test results and analyses.
• Assist with evaluating new instrumentation and procedures to maintain state-of-the-art technology.
• Assist with training and orientation, ensuring competency through in-services and proficiency testing.
• Monitor supplies and inventory to ensure continuous operation.
• Collect and label blood specimens per department requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Communication with physicians

Education

BS in Medical Technology

ASCP/AMT certification

Job description

Medical Technologist - FT - Nights# Careers## Medical Technologist - FT - NightsApply: Stafford: Full time: Posted Today: R-26790**Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.**Job Summary: This position is accountable to perform laboratory procedures and evaluations in order to assist physicians in diagnosis and to provide quality patient care. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers.**Essential Functions & Responsibilities:** * Perform accurate routine and specialized laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures including tests requiring complex steps, conclusions, evaluations or value judgments.* Perform quality control on instruments, equipment, reagents and instrument maintenance in order to maintain high quality laboratory service and in accordance with all regulatory requirements.* Evaluate abnormal test results and resolve instrument problems to ensure validity of reported results in accordance with departmental and regulatory guidelines.* Enter test results in laboratory computer system accurately and promptly to ensure expected turn-around times.* Perform proficiency testing on both external and internal specimens in order to maintain adherence to all regulatory requirements.* In a professional manner, interface with physicians, hospital departments and other professionals regarding test results, concerns, and analyses.* Assist department supervisor with evaluation of new instrumentation and procedures to maintain state-of-the-art technology.* Assist with implementation of training and orientation programs for new Associates, as well as ensure own competencies by participating in all educational in-services and monthly proficiency testing.* Monitor equipment and supplies in order to maintain adequate inventory levels to ensure continuous operation.* Collect and label blood specimens for the laboratory in compliance with department’s need and expectations.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology required, or Bachelor’s degree with an ASCP or AMT certification for Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist or eligible.* ASCP certification required or eligible.* One to two years relevant experience preferred MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws. Required **Physical Requirements:** Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.**Mental Requirements:** Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.**Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards:** Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. “It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”Compensation Pay Range:$35.77 - $53.65