Medical Technologist/Technician Dayshift Chemistry and Hematology

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a clinical laboratory technician to perform testing across laboratory disciplines and support patient care. You will process samples, operate instruments, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure accurate results.

Qualified candidates will hold an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, possess current licensure, and have a willingness to learn and perform phlebotomy.

Qualifications

• AAS in Medical Laboratory Technology or related associate degree.
• Current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.
• WV HCTP or Trainee license issued by WV Department of Health.
• Preferred: ASCP or AMT MLT certification.
• Experience as Medical Laboratory Technician is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze samples following SOPs and ensure accuracy.
• Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments.
• Perform quality control and infection control procedures across technical areas.
• Conduct phlebotomy procedures as needed on patients.
• Complete forms and report findings to nurses/physicians.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality control

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Lab information systems

Job description

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Scope of Work

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests within scope of licensure in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate of Science (AAS) degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or Science or Associate’s degree in chemical or biological science.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.

State requirements:

• PA: No state license issued.
• WV: High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License or Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health.
• MD: No state license issued.
• OH: No state license issued.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.
• Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.
• Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job-related functions.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.
• Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.
• Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.
• Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.
• Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.
• Maintain all patient and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
• Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.
• Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.
• Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs.

Physical Requirements

• Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials and equipment.
• May sit for extended periods of time.

Working Environment

• Work around strong or unpleasant odors.
• May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease.

Skills and Abilities

• Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors, and all other staff/customers, including patients.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Additional Job Information

This staff member will be trained in both Chemistry and Hematology. They will work rotating weekends and holidays.

Schedule and Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company Information

Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
Cost Center: 101 WVUH Clinical Labs Chemistry
Address: 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer:
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.