Medical Technologist I, Third Shift, Core Lab Department

UC Health (Cincinnati); Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati is seeking a Medical Technologist I for the Third Shift in the Core Lab Department to perform routine and complex analyses with independent judgment and dedication to accuracy.

You will operate and maintain laboratory equipment, perform quality control, obtain blood specimens, and stay current with mandatory competencies and safety policies. A CLS degree is required, with MLT(ASCP) preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology, OR Bachelor's in biology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.
• Preferred MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience/ability to perform routine and complex laboratory analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory analyses following protocols.
• Operate, maintain, and repair clinical laboratory equipment as trained.
• Conduct quality control procedures and document results.
• Obtain blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture within scope of training.
• Maintain currency through competencies, safety, and continuing education.

Skills

Laboratory safety procedures

Quality control and troubleshooting

Independent judgment

Education

Clinical laboratory science/medical technology degree

Biology/chemistry/microbiology degree

Job description

Medical Technologist I, Third Shift, Core Lab Department

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.

Performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, and assumes responsibility for problem solving. Requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation.

PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY):

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Performs and reports routine and complex laboratory analyses that require a complex network of steps. Uses set protocols and guidelines and independent judgment to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of test results. Performs work in an efficient manner by coordinating testing steps to achieve maximum productivity.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks. Keeps appropriate persons informed of instrument problems and resolutions.
• Maintains currency in the field through completion of all mandatory competencies and training modules, regular review of departmental policies and procedures and participation in continuing education opportunities.
• Performs and records all quality control procedures. Evaluates the results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated. Keeps appropriate person(s) informed of ongoing problems and resolution of problems.
• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture within scope of training and demonstrated competency.
• Competently accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Evaluates samples for acceptability.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.

Education:

Minimum Required: Associate's or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology OR Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, microbiology, etc. from an accredited institution.

License & Certification:

• Preferred: MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Years of Experience:

• Preferred: Experience in a full service laboratory