SMRMC Full Time 1800-Medical Technologist-7010 Laboratory

Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center; McComb (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform laboratory procedures and operate diagnostic instruments within a fast-paced hospital lab. The role includes rotating shifts and contributing to quality control and patient care.

Ideal candidates will possess NAACLS clinical education, MT certification (or eligible), and plan to obtain generalist certification within two years.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of NAACLS-approved clinical education.
• MT certification required or eligible through ASCP, NCA, or equivalent.
• Generalist certification must be obtained within 2 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures as assigned.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Rotate between day and night shifts as required.
• Assist with orientation, preceptorship, and unit management.
• Attend yearly mandatory education sessions.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Education

NAACLS clinical education (6-12 months)

MT Certification

Generalist certification within 2 years

Job description

Description
LAB CERTIFICIATION REQUIRED
Regulatory Requirement (education And Related Knowledge)
Including 6-12 months of clinical education acceptable through NAACLS to the CAHEA of American Medical Association. Must be able to perform all phases of job at a satisfactory level in 4 months or 130 days. Current MT Certification or eligible for certification by a nationally recognized agency such as ASCP, NCA, or equivalent. Generalist certification is required within 2 years of employment. Maintains CMP if applicable.
JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Technologist uses the laboratory process to safely perform laboratory procedures. Working assignments are determined by the workload of laboratory test to be done. Follows departmental procedures and policies that reflect the services provided by the laboratory. Operates and maintains laboratory instruments. The technologist will be assigned up to 40 hours a week and will rotate between day and night shifts according to the needs of the unit and staff. The medical technologist is expected to function within the scope of approved policies, procedures, and regulations for the department and organization. Must be able to address problems with instruments and not depend on someone else to resolve the problem. Will be responsible to assist with orientation, preceptorship, and management of personnel assigned to unit. Must be able to work and relate in a professional, non-defensive manner with peers, physicians, administration, patients, and visitors. Attendance to yearly mandatory education requirements is non-negotiable and will be the responsibility of the employee to arrange and attend sessions. Must be willing to perform any duty within scope of medical technologist as requested by laboratory manager or director.