Medical Technologist II- PRN

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical Technologists at MUHA perform routine and specialized laboratory testing, QC, and instrument maintenance in a clinical lab. They prepare specimens, interpret results, and help train staff, while adhering to Standards of Behavior.

MT I requires <1 year experience; MT II requires >1 year. A BS in Medical Technology or related field is required, with ASCP BOC certification or equivalent. New hires must obtain certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification.
• Certification must be obtained within first year for new employees.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory testing using automated and non-automated methods.
• Performs quality control testing and instrument maintenance.
• Troubleshoots laboratory instruments and data problems.
• Assists in training laboratory personnel and participates in continuing education.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

ASCP BOC certification or equivalent

Tools

Electronic lab computer system

MediaLab

Job description

Job Description Summary Medical Technologists support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MTs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform specialized laboratory tests, perform quality control, troubleshoot quality control errors and maintenance procedures, recognize and evaluate computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, perform preventative maintenance, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities. (MT I <1 year experience and MT II >1 year experience)

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000866 COL - Lab (DMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-27 Scheduled Weekly Hours 12 Work Shift

Job Description Medical Technologist (MT) I/II

Job Description: Medical Technologists support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MTs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform specialized laboratory tests, perform quality control, troubleshoot quality control errors and maintenance procedures, recognize and evaluate computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, perform preventative maintenance, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities. (MT I <1 year experience and MT II >1 year experience)

MT I/II Requirements (Educ/work/licensure, registry or certification)

MT I Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline. Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification. Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

New employees: If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

Current MLT employees: Job reclassification from MLT to MT will not occur until successful completion of the ASCP MLS registry.

Less than one year of clinical experience

MT II Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline. Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification. Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

Current MLT employees: Job reclassification from MLT to MT will not occur until successful completion of the ASCP MLS registry.

More than one year of clinical experience

Physical requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline. Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification. Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

Specialist certification or master’s degree in management or related field

Three years clinical laboratory experience and three years in Microbiology.

Job Requirements

Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities (60%). Prepares specimens for testing. Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers. Evaluates specimen acceptability. Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system and middleware. Performs correct labeling practices. Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system. Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values and completes all warranted notifications. Recognizes computer data problems and troubleshoots issues. Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors. Performs appropriate specimen processing, testing, and interpretation based on sample type and test. Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists. Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system and departmental middleware system(s). Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies. Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly. Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols. Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels. Supports test and instrument validation activities. Other duties as assigned. Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities (20%). QC testing is performed and documented correctly, completely and in a timely manner. QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results. Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively. Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately. Process improvement activities are performed and documented. Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved. Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions. Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab. Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab. Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned (10%). Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate. Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners. Participate in continuing education. Models Standards of Behavior in daily interactions.

Additional Miscellaneous Tasks

a. Completes additional tasks as assigned by the Director, Manager, Coordinator or Team Leader in a timely manner (10%).

Additional Job Description Education

Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline required. Experience: At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory required. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification required.

NOTE

This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days in position.

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