Medical Technologist (multiple openings), Columbus, OH

OhioHealth; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our high-reliability health system. You will perform accurate, precise tests to support diagnosis and patient care, using automation, computerization, and manual methods.

Responsibilities include quality control, instrument maintenance, and handling diverse specimens such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid. Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or related field, and

Qualifications

• Requires High School or GED (minimum) per job description.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• ASCP or AMT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, precise, and timely patient test results for diagnosis and management of illness.
• Utilize automation, computerization, and manual methods for testing; perform quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Handle specimens including blood, tissue, urine, CSF, and other body fluids; work in an environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

ASCP or AMT Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Accurate, precise, and timely patient test results for the diagnosis and management of human illness. Utilize automation and computerization, and manual methods. Responsible for quality control and instrument operation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Handle blood, tissue, fecal matter, sputum, urine, spinal fluid and other body fluids. Specimens may be contaminated with infectious diseases including HIV and other blood borne pathogens.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or other related field. Registered by ASCP or AMT Certification. Superior customer service skills (please disregard the reference to high school or GED above).

Work Shift

Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Join us!

... if your passion is to work in a caring environment ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

OhioHealth Recognitions

OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. For professionals, we are a place where people committed to doing their best are given the tools and resources to accomplish our mission every single day. OhioHealth is recognized as a Great Place to Work CertifiedTM organization. The Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. This recognition is one measure of our success in achieving a part of our vision to be an organization "where people want to work".