Medical Technologist II

Cardinal Health; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests critical for diagnosing and treating diseases. The role involves maintaining quality control, training new staff, and requires a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field along with certification. Candidates should have clinical laboratory experience and possess strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Incentive

Qualifications

• Certification by ASCP preferred.
• Two years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests and procedures to diagnose diseases.
• Evaluates and reports patient results independently.
• Trains and evaluates new employees.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Training

Report Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Overview

Performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and procedures for diagnosing and treating diseases. Utilizes equipment, instruments, and computer systems effectively. Evaluates and reports patient results independently within established testing methods. Maintains current knowledge, skills, and competencies, including age-specific requirements. Performs quality control and contributes to laboratory maintenance, including equipment and supplies. Assists in developing new procedures and instrumentation. May oversee specific laboratory projects or functions such as PI, safety, quality control, regulatory compliance, administration, staff development, or computer systems (LIS, HIS, hospital intranet, PC applications). Trains and evaluates new employees and students, serving as a resource for less experienced staff. Performs additional duties as assigned, working independently and as part of a team under supervision.

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 community health and well-being, we are committed to outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

American Society for Clinical Pathology and National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel Certification preferred.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology required, or Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or completed NAACLS-accredited program recognized by the ASCP Board as qualifying for MLT, or a related field within 6 months of hire. Certification/licensure required.

Experience

Two years of clinical laboratory experience performing moderate and high complexity testing preferred.