Medical Technologist I - HLA

UNC REX Healthcare; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to improving community health. In this role, you will perform a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks that support clinical activities. You'll investigate equipment issues, conduct quality control, and train new employees while ensuring accurate reporting of test results. This position offers a chance to make a real impact on patient care within a supportive team environment. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's of Science degree and eligibility for MT exam within 12 months.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Investigates equipment problems and test results.
• Performs quality control and maintenance in the laboratory.
• Reports results and consults with healthcare providers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Quality control

Communication skills

Technical resource knowledge

Education

Bachelor's of Science degree

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:
Performs a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of the clinical activities in the UNCHCS.

Hours (options in shift):

Nights - Monday - Thursday 8:00pm to 6:00am
Days - Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm
Days - Monday - Friday 5:00am to 1:30pm.
*If dayshift, required to participate in rotating on-call schedule.

Responsibilities:

1. Investigates problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
2. May participate on teams or perform special projects/assignments.
3. May perform teaching of Clinical Laboratory Science students and Pathology residents and training of new employees. May serve as a technical resource.
4. Performs quality control and equipment maintenance in the appropriate laboratory.
5. Performs routine and less standardized test procedures which includes special chemical, microscopic and bacteriologic laboratory tests. Observes tests and reactions and provides data.
6. Prepares specimens and reagents, solutions, heat, or filters as required.
7. Reports results to healthcare providers. Consults/confers with health care providers regarding test results.
8. Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of report and timely correction of errors.

Other Information

Education Requirements:
● Requires Bachelor's of Science degree. Must meet eligibility requirements upon hire to sit for MT exam within 12 months of hire.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Must obtain certification within one year of becoming exam eligible.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Transplant Services Labs
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range:$26.59 - $38.23 per hour (Hiring Range)
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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