Medical Technologist Projected start date January 2027

Decypher Technologies, Ltd.; Tacoma (WA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Decypher Technologies, Ltd. is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform automated and manual laboratory testing across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology. The role includes specimen preparation, instrument operation, quality control, and reporting results using the laboratory information system.

Projected start date January 2027 with a $2,000 sign-on bonus after 30 days in good standing. U.S. Citizenship is required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or NAACLS/ABHES-equivalent program with readiness for certification.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Minimum one year of clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Technologist.

Responsabilidades

• Perform automated and manual lab testing across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology.
• Prepare specimens, calibrate instruments, and ensure quality control and accurate reporting of results.
• Utilize laboratory information systems to enter data and generate reports.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards and safety protocols.

Conocimientos

Lab testing

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Herramientas

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

DMHRSi

Descripción del empleo

Medical Technologist Projected start date January 2027

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus
paid after 30 days of employment; must remain in good standing; terms apply)

Project start date January 2027

Join Decypher and make a direct impact on the health and readiness of America’s service members, veterans, and their families. Since 2008 Decypher has offered healthcare industry professionals careers where their expertise is valued, and their work makes a meaningful impact. Decypher partners with the Defense Health Agency to deliver professional services, technology, and management solutions. Our mission is to provide and support quality care for our veterans, servicemembers and their families, across the United States.

Job Summary: The medical technologist will perform automated and manual clinical laboratory testing in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, bacteriology, immunohematology, and phlebotomy according to established protocols. Prepare and evaluate specimens, operate and maintain laboratory instruments, perform quality control procedures, and accurately report results using laboratory information systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree. Graduate from a medical technology program
  accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or
  the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program
  acceptable to the American Medical Technologist (AMT).
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through an American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience: One year of experience working in the clinical lab as a Medical
  Technologist. Minimum of a six-month rotation through all sections of a medical laboratory as a part of training required to gain certification.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, phlebotomy and immunohematology according to established protocols.
• Determine the suitability of specimens for analysis.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and ensure that the physiologic state of the properties is maintained.
• Prepare reagents and primary reference materials as necessary.
• Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain instruments.
• Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks.
• Identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs.
• Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction.
• Locate and implement corrections.
• Obtain analytical data, convert to a prescribed unit of reporting, as necessary, and correlate data to verify results.
• Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products and maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports.
• Use various clinical automation systems as required, such as, but not limited to the laboratory information system and DMHRSi.
• Laboratory personnel shall receive training prior to commencing services.
• Perform all duties in such a manner that they meet all Joint Commission Standards.
• Must be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
• Shall answer questions as to the location of various organizational segments and their functions and direct patients to appropriate clinic, department, laboratory, X-ray site, or examination room.

Work Environment & Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week.

Physical requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 20–30 lbs of laboratory supplies, reagents, or equipment independently.

Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V)