Medical Technologist - Nights - $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off Available

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS IS AVAILABLE!

Job summary

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center seeks a Medical Technologist for night shift. The role performs moderate and high complexity lab tests, ensures quality control, maintains instruments, and supports patient care. The position requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or related field, and may involve phlebotomy duties and teaching new staff.

Eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus. Night shift, full-time, with rotating weekends and no call.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Passing score on Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency exam approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently.
• Adheres to quality control procedures and documentation.
• Maintains instrument function checks and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Ensures safety regulations and Laboratory Safety Plan compliance.
• Communicates results and issues with healthcare staff.
• Assists with proficiency testing and regulatory data collection.
• May perform phlebotomy and assist in teaching new staff.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Documentation

LIS experience

Phlebotomy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Clinical Laboratory Proficiency exam (HEW) passed

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

PACS/automation familiarity

Job description

Medical Technologist - Nights - $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Location

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center

Hours

Full Time

Job Description

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS IS AVAILABLE!

Medical Technologist - Nights
Shift: Full- Time, Nights, 7p-7a, NO Call, rotating weekends required
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available
• $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS IS AVAILABLE!

Job Summary The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.
Essential Functions

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or, Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science required or
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet testing deadlines.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) required