Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Medical Technologist I for our Clinical Pathology Team in Spencerville, Ohio.
A Medical Technologist I is responsible for performing specimen analyses and administrative duties, required by protocols, Business Operating Procedures (BOPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), on biological specimens from all species to produce sound, accurate, and reliable data. The individual in this role must use good communication and interpersonal skills in a collaborative team environment.
The pay range for this position is $28.00 to $30.00/hr USD. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human-animal interactions.
- Train on all Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
- Train in on-boarding tasks which may include reading protocols, SOPs, and BOPs.
- Performs basic medical technology techniques on primary benches (urinalysis, coagulation, hematology, and chemistry).
- Processes specimens: checking for clots, making blood smears and pipetting of serum/plasma.
- Trains and gains proficiency in Medical Technologist I core skills and values.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent in medical laboratory technology (MLT) or related field desired. Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in medical technology (MT) preferred.
- Experience: 0-1 year of experience in a clinical pathology laboratory.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: MLT, MT, or MLS with certification or certification eligible (ASCP or HEW) preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and perform clinical laboratory procedures, both manually and using instrumentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills inside and outside the organization.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
- Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
- Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
- Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
- GLP environment requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and accurate record keeping competencies.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.