Medical Technologist - Microbiology

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician to perform and interpret laboratory tests across age groups, from neonate to geriatric, ensuring accurate diagnoses.

Candidates must have an accredited degree and certification eligibility; multiple pathways are listed. Work schedule Mon-Fri 2:30pm-11:00pm with rotating weekends; this is an on-site position with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution and applicants must be eligible for an appropriate certification examination.
• Associates Degree in laboratory science (Chemical or Biological Science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Graduate of a Military Program in Science (health science, biology, chemical, physical, medical technology) and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Grandfathered Medical Technologist by having previously qualified as a technologist on or before February 28, 1992 and current certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Performs and interprets laboratory tests in the Clinical Laboratory for the diagnosis and care of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Skills

Color acuity

Clinical laboratory procedures

Experience in clinical lab setting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in lab science/medical technology

Associate degree with MLS/MLT/CLS certification

Military program graduate with MLS/CLS certification

Grandfathered Medical Technologist with active certification

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Performs and interprets laboratory tests in the Clinical Laboratory for the diagnosis and care of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution and applicants must be eligible for an appropriate certification examination.
• Acceptable certifying agencies include: ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)

OR

• Associates Degree in laboratory science (Chemical or Biological Science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Acceptable certifying agencies include: ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)

OR

• Graduate of a Military Program in Science (health science, biology, chemical, physical, medical technology) and certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist. 1.Acceptable certifying agencies include ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)

OR

• Grandfathered Medical Technologist by having previously qualified as a technologist on or before February 28, 1992 and current certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist. 1. Acceptable certifying agencies include ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS (HEW)
• Ability to implement and perform clinical laboratory procedures according to proper standards and regulations.
• Must submit to a Color-Acuity screening Test

PREFERRED

Experience in a Clinical Laboratory Setting

Work Hours:

Mon - Fri: 2:30pm - 11:00pm with rotating weekends

Weekend Requirements:

Yes- Rotating Basis

On-Call Requirements:

No