PRN Lab MT/MLS

Appling Healthcare; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Baxley, Georgia is seeking a qualified Medical Technologist to perform diagnostic testing and blood collection procedures. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a current MT/MLS license. Responsibilities include operating diagnostic equipment, maintaining quality control, and instructing nursing staff. Prior microbiology experience is preferred. This is a weekend position from 6A-6P.

Qualifications

• Current MT/MLS license required.
• Successful completion of examination as accepted by Georgia Department or on-the-job training.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field with clinical laboratory training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain diagnostic testing equipment.
• Collect blood samples and perform laboratory testing.
• Monitor supply inventory and ensure quality control.

Skills

Operation of diagnostic testing equipment

Blood sampling techniques

Quality control maintenance

Supervision and mentoring

Microscopic analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological, Chemical or Physical Science or Medical Technology

Current MT/MLS license

Current CPR certification

Job description

Job Description

• Weekend Position 6A-6P
• Operation of diagnostic testing equipment in accordance with departmental policy
• Maintain diagnostic testing equipment according to departmental policy
• Use of microscope for diagnostic analysis
• Perform all laboratory testing according to departmental policies and procedures
• Collection of blood samples through venipuncture, finger stick and heel stick
• Cross match blood products for transfusion
• Received orders and report results correctly
• Maintain quality control data
• Perform manual diagnostic testing procedures
• Use personal protective equipment as required by procedure.
• Adhere to chemical hygiene plan
• Attend and participate in in-service education programs, on-the-job training, workshops, etc
• Prepare samples for reference laboratory
• Receive specimens
• Instruct nursing personnel in patient preparation and specimen collection
• Demonstrate understanding of facility, Mission Vision, and key values as measured by performance and loyalty to the same
• Monitor supply inventory
• The facility provides and employee participates in education and training to improve their knowledge and skills related to the patient population served and the type and nature of care provided by their respective department
• Employee demonstrates knowledge and responsibility for the effective and safe use of all equipment in his/her activities
• Supervision of Medical Laboratory Technologist and use of independent judgement
• Take orders from physician

Education / Qualifications / Requirements

Current MT/MLS license

• Successful completion of examination as accepted by the Georgia Department of Human Resources, or on the job training with a grandfather approval.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological, Chemical or Physical Science or Medical Technology with Clinical Laboratory Training.
• Current CPR certification

Experience

Prior experience working in Microbiology is preferred.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran statu