MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST, PM LAB TECHNICAL

SGMC Health; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SGMC Health's PM LAB seeks a Laboratory Technologist to support quality analyses and reporting for patient care in a modern hospital laboratory on an evening shift. The role requires CLIA-88 qualifications and MT certification, including phlebotomy and point-of-care testing across age groups.

Candidates must be registered with a recognized MT certifying agency; there is a pathway for temporary technologist status to complete the qualifying exam.

Qualifications

• Qualifies as a technologist according to CLIA-88 standards.
• Must be registered with a recognized Medical Technologist certifying agency (ASCP, AMT, HHS/HEW, AAB or others).
• Temporary technologist classification for 12 months to allow completion of an approved qualifying examination.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient (neonate to geriatric).
• Normal color vision to discriminate and verify diagnostic laboratory stains and color-dependent tests.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality performance and reporting of analyses of technical procedures for the benefit of optimal patient care according to laboratory policy and procedures and applicable regulations (FDA, JCAHO, CAP, STATE, AABB, OSHA).
• Adhere to safety standards and operate standard laboratory equipment and PPE.

Skills

CLIA-88

MT Certification

Phlebotomy

POCT

Job description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION :

Main Campus

DEPARTMENT:

PM LAB

SCHEDULE:

Full Time, 8HR Evening Shift, 12.30-21.00

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for quality performance and reporting of analyses of technical procedures for the benefit of optimal patient care within the limits of laboratory policy and procedures according to FDA, JCAHO, CAP, STATE, AABB, OSHA regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Qualifies as a technologist according to CLIA-88 standards and the Georgia Clinical Laboratory Licensure Law.
• Must be registered with a recognized Medical Technologist certifying agency such as ASCP, AMT, HHS/HEW, AAB or others as an MT.
• Persons who possess the technologist qualifications under Georgia State regulations and have recently moved to the state and/or have never worked as a medical technologist in the state or have recently completed the academic and training/experience requirements may be temporarily classified once as a technologists for 12 months to afford the persons an opportunity to successfully complete an approved qualifying examination.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care (i. e. Phlebotomy for laboratory testing and Point of Care testing) appropriate to the age of the patient’s seen in their assigned area.
• Must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide the care needed by our patient groups (i. e. , neonate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric). Normal color vision in order to discriminate and verify diagnostic laboratory stains and color dependent test.

WORKING CONDITIONS- ADA INFORMATION:

Modern hospital Laboratory. Work activities will include: light lifting (not to exceed 25 pounds), walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting and pushing objects. Must be able to operate office equipment, computer terminals and keyboards, and computerized lab equipment. Works with blood and body fluids where exposure to infections disease is a risk. Must have knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and training in handling of hazardous chemicals. Complies with biohazard/radiation safety standards and laboratory policy and procedures through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical, biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace. Uses standard precautions and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including eye protection, face shields, lab coats, and /or gloves to protect self and co-workers from biohazards materials, including blood-borne pathogens.

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