Medical Technologist II

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Incentive

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Carolina seeks a qualified laboratory technician to perform routine and specialized tests. Responsibilities include evaluating patient results and maintaining laboratory equipment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and preferred clinical experience. A sign-on bonus or relocation incentive is available for select positions.

Qualifications

• American Society for Clinical Pathology certification preferred.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in relevant fields required.
• 2 years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures for diagnosis and treatment.
• Evaluate and report patient results using independent judgment.
• Contribute to quality control procedures and maintenance of the laboratory.

Skills

Routine laboratory testing

Independent judgment

Quality control procedures

Training new employees

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Overview

Performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and other procedures for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems. Evaluates and reports patient results using considerable independent judgment within the scope of established testing methods. Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and supplies. Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures and instrumentation. May assume responsibility for one or more laboratory projects or functions such as performance improvement, safety, quality control, regulatory, administrative, staff development, and computer systems. Trains new employees and/or students in the theoretical and operational aspects of procedures and serves as a resource for less experienced staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Department Description

Highlights: Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Incentive available for select positions. Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. EOE

Licensure

American Society for Clinical Pathology Or National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel Certification Preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Science Or Medical Technology Required Or Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology Or Completed NAACLS accredited program and recognized by the ASCP Board as qualifying for the MLT Required - And Bachelor's Degree Related Field Required With Certification/Licensure Required - Within 6 Months of Hire Or Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology Or Completed NAACLS accredited program and recognized by the ASCP Board as qualifying for the MLT With Preferred Experience Required

Experience

2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory - Moderate and High Complexity Testing Preferred