Medical Technologist I

Kaiser Permanente; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

KAISER Permanente in Rockville, MD, seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform laboratory procedures, QA/QC, and data reporting to support quality patient care.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, instrument maintenance, data entry, procedure development, phlebotomy, and staff training. Requires a Bachelor's in a laboratory science and relevant certifications; 1 year preferred. External hires may require background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science required.
• ASCP International Medical Lab Scientist Certificate OR Medical Lab Scientist Certificate OR other listed certs as acceptable.
• Skills to perform all procedures and maintain records per Lab Manual.
• Demonstrated communication skills required.
• Proficiency in required computer software and reporting.
• At least one year of general clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow lab procedures for specimen handling and processing, report results per protocol.
• Adhere to quality control and QA procedures with documentation.
• Maintain timely and accurate patient test results; identify anomalous results and escalate.
• Enter and retrieve information in the laboratory computer system.
• Assist in evaluating new procedures, methods and instrumentation.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing as needed to support operations.
• Maintain adequate department supplies in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist in orientation of new staff.
• Follow safety and infection control policies.
• Participate in internal QA monitors and quality care initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

$10,000 Sign on bonus

Job Summary:

Performs laboratory procedures, quality control and quality assurance measures as outlined in the Laboratory Procedure Manual. Tests patient specimens, correlates data and reports results in a timely manner to affect quality patient care.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Follows lab procedures for specimen handling and processing. Performs lab procedures of moderate and high complexity in accordance with standards set forth in the approved Laboratory Procedures Manual. Reports and maintains records of patient test results according to protocol.

• Adheres to quality control and quality assurance procedures with appropriate and accurate documentation. Follows laboratorys established corrective action procedures. Performs proficiency testing, reports results according to protocol. Diagnoses laboratory instrument malfunctions, performs preventive and corrective maintenance/repairs and maintains records of actions.

• Ensures that lab standards of timeliness and quality of patient test results are met. Recognizes unexpected or unreasonable results, identifies the cause and takes appropriate action. Brings unusual situations to the attention of the supervisor.

• Enters and retrieves information using the laboratory computer system where required.

• Assists in the evaluation and development of new procedures, methods and instrumentation.

• Performs the responsibilities of phlebotomy, accessioning, and specimen processing on an as needed basis to maintain efficient laboratory operations.

• Assures that adequate department supply levels are maintained in a cost effective manner.

• Assists in the orientation of new employees and medical staff.

• Adheres to lab safety and infection control practices. Follows department and organization dress code policies. Wears protective garb where appropriate.

• Applies professional knowledge and judgment to analytical and decision making functions. Advises providers and clinical staff of correct procedures for specimen collection and handling. Maintains confidentiality of patient/medical information. Participates in continuing education programs and in-services, maintains an up to date level of knowledge in the laboratory field.

• Adheres to regional and laboratory service management policies and procedures. Participates in the development and implementation of internal Quality Assurance monitors relating to quality of care and service.

• Performs other related duties as directed.

  Basic Qualifications:

  Experience

• N/A

  Education

• Bachelors degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science required. Proper documentation for applicable degree is required (i.e. copies of diplomas, transcripts, or International Degree Equivalency Report). Major must be clearly stated on the document. If diploma does not indicate the major, an additional document that states major is required.

  License, Certification, Registration

• ASCP International Medical Lab Scientist Certificate OR Medical Lab Scientist Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathology OR Medical Technologist Certificate from American Association of Bioanalysts OR Medical Technologist Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathology OR American Medical Technologist Medical Technologist Certificate OR Clinical Lab Scientist Certificate

Additional Requirements:

• Skills necessary to perform all procedures contained in the Laboratory Procedure Manual to include specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of test results required.

• Demonstrated skills in organizing, prioritizing and problem solving required.

• Demonstrated communication skills required.

• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of recent full time (or equivalent) general clinical laboratory experience preferred.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Medical Technologist I

LOCATION: Rockville, Maryland

REQNUMBER: 1450298

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.