Medical Technologist (Generalist)

Northside Hospital Inc.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. seeks a Medical Technologist II to develop and monitor test systems and to perform and interpret laboratory tests across neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires strong credentialing, certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical lab with rotating weekends. Work hours are 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with weekend responsibilities as part of a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology and eligibility for certification.
• Acceptance of ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW) certifications.
• Associate degree with certification as Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Military program graduates with proper certification.
• Grandfathered Medical Technologist status with current certification.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors test systems and performs and interprets laboratory tests for neonate to geriatric patients.
• Ensures compliance with proper standards and regulations in clinical laboratory procedures.
• Maintains quality control and accuracy of test results.

Skills

Color acuity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/physical/biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology with certification

Military program in science with certification as Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Current certification as Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Grandfathered Medical Technologist status (historical qualification)

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Work Schedule includes every 4th weekend.

Responsibilities

The Medical Technologist II develops and monitors test systems and performs and interprets laboratory tests for the diagnosis and care of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution and applicants must be eligible for an appropriate certification examination.
• Acceptable certifying agencies include: ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)
• Associates Degree in laboratory science (Chemical or Biological Science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Acceptable certifying agencies include: ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)
• Graduate of a Military Program in Science (health science, biology, chemical, physical, medical technology) and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• Acceptable certifying agencies include ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)
• Grandfathered Medical Technologist by having previously qualified as a technologist on or before February 28, 1992 and current certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Acceptable certifying agencies include ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)
• One (1) year experience in a clinical laboratory
• Ability to implement and perform clinical laboratory procedures according to proper standards and regulations.
• Must submit to a Color-Acuity screening Test

PREFERRED

Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

Work Hours:

6:30AM-3:00PM

Weekend Requirements:

Yes- Rotating Basis