Medical Technologist, Microbiology- Per Diem

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Referral Rewards Program

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Medical Technologist for day shifts. The role requires knowledge of laboratory information systems and the Meditech lab system, with duties including processing, ordering, reporting results, and troubleshooting.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate's degree in Medical Technology and MLT/ASCP certification. Microbiology experience is preferred; on-site parking is available and a strong commitment to accuracy is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology required.
• MLT (ASCP) or LA (ASCP) certification required or equivalent training.
• Experience in Microbiology Lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory information systems used in lab services.
• Maintain knowledge of the Meditech lab system for specimens.
• Process, order, report results, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Follow downtime procedures and assist with issue resolution.
• Use computer systems strictly for job tasks.
• Follow centralized help desk notification procedures (email, 7777).
• Prioritize tests and adhere to STAT protocols.
• Call out critical and STAT results promptly.

Skills

Laboratory information systems

Meditech lab system

QC and protocols

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology

MLT (ASCP) certified

Job description

• Have skills related to the daily operation of information systems used in laboratory services.
• Have appropriate working knowledge of the Meditech lab system for specimen.
• Processing, ordering, resulting, inquiry functions and troubleshooting.
• Is knowledgeable of downtime procedure, both short and long term.
• Utilizes computer system for job-related tasks only.
• Is aware of centralized help desk notification process (i.e., email / 7777 ).

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Employment Type: Per Diem as Needed

Shift: Days

Location: St. Francis Hospital

As a Medical Technologist you will

• Have skills related to the daily operation of information systems used in laboratory services.
• Have appropriate working knowledge of the Meditech lab system for specimen.
• Processing, ordering, resulting, inquiry functions and troubleshooting.
• Is knowledgeable of downtime procedure, both short and long term.
• Utilizes computer system for job-related tasks only.
• Is aware of centralized help desk notification process (i.e., email / 7777 ).

Laboratory Organizational Skills

• Works to produce lab tests in an efficient organized manner.
• Effectively prioritizes work.
• Actively adheres to the department’s STAT protocol.
• Understands that ER specimens are prioritized as STAT.
• Is skilled at assigning appropriate priority to samples received.
• Knows that critical and STAT results must be called and attended to immediately.
• Understands the entire workflow process for assigned work area.
• Skilled in multitasking without jeopardizing quality and timeliness of work.
• Focused on details related to workflow.
• Maintains and meets established turnaround times by maintaining an organized work process.

Technical Skills

• Sufficient knowledge of QC, protocol and procedures and brings exceptions immediately to manager.
• Assists in problem solving, troubleshooting and maintenance and documents corrective actions.
• Presents problems in a timely manner to management.
• Efficiently and accurately performs assigned analytical testing using independent judgment as appropriate.
• Shares and demonstrates technical skills with students, technologists, and technicians.
• Assists management in the evaluation of new instruments and methodologies.
• Participates in continuing education, competencies, and in-services.
• Performs proficiency testing.
• Prepares solutions and reagents used in conducting tests.
• Monitors refrigerator, freezer and/or incubator temperatures following up appropriately when temperatures are out of expected range.
• Appropriately and efficiently receives and processes all specimens brought to the lab.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology
• MLT (ASCP) certified, LA (ASCP) certified, or meet the training and/or experience requirements for MLT certification.
• Experience in Microbiology Lab preferred.

Position Highlights

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

For more than 90 years, Saint Francis Hospital has served the Wilmington community and Northern New Castle County by providing compassionate health care of the highest quality. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia in 1924, Saint Francis heeds a particular call to serve those in need. Our ministry is to serve all who require expert medical care regardless of religion, race, color, creed or economic status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.