Nemours is seeking a Casual/PRN, Medical Technologist, to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, DE.
Schedule: Casual/PRN night shift with every other weekend requirement.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing analytical procedures using manual and automated methods across various clinical laboratory methodologies (e.g., manual/visual plate-reading, microscopy, analyzers, rapid tests).
- Ensuring proper specimen processing, test performance, and reporting results with documented training, without supervision.
- Executing calibration, quality control, and statistical calculations, understanding concepts like linearity, standard deviation, and control charts.
- Performing procedures specific to assigned areas, such as microbiology or chemistry analyses.
Essential Functions:
- Deliver educational presentations as assigned.
- Participate in inspection teams, such as those for the College of American Pathologists.
- Order, access, and report test results, monitoring critical clinical issues and verifying information accuracy.
- Use, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment following established procedures.
- Collect specimens from patients, including blood draws and special collections, following proper procedures and infection control protocols.
- Transport specimens appropriately.
- Review and stay informed about technical and administrative procedures, updating documentation as required.
- Manage supplies and inventory, ensuring proper handling and storage.
- Communicate effectively with staff, physicians, patients, and vendors, demonstrating good customer service.
- Adhere to all safety policies, using PPE and handling hazardous materials responsibly.
- Train others, such as students, residents, or new employees.
Job Requirements:
- B.S. in Medical Technology or equivalent, with qualifications meeting CLIA standards for moderate complexity testing.
- Technical skills including pipetting, aliquoting, microscopy, etc.