Medical Technologist/Technician
Company: Riverview Health
Location: Noblesville
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Job SummaryResponsible for following the laboratorys policies
and procedures regarding all preanalytic, analytic and postanalytic
processes including: acceptable specimens and specimen handling,
quality control of test systems, instrument maintenance and
instrument function, testing analysis and monitoring of test
performance to detect discrepancies before resulting, and reporting
of test results. This position is eligible for a $5K sign-on
bonus!Job ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with all customers in a
positive, professional and courteous manner. Cooperates with Lab
Assistants, Nursing, Physician Office Staff and Supervisory Staff
to facilitate accurate test ordering, specimen integrity, and
timely results reporting.Evaluate specimen adequacy before test
performance, including specimen labeling, condition and document
specimen integrity in LIS when appropriatePerform analytic tests
according to standard operating proceduresAdhere to the laboratory
quality control policies and procedures, perform appropriate daily
quality control, troubleshoot and initiate resolution to quality
control problems, and document all quality control
activitiesPerform instrument maintenance according to established
schedule and document maintenance activitiesCorrelate data and
monitor test performance and results for reasonableness. Document
all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the
laboratorys established performance specifications, including
clinician notification and instrument troubleshootingRecognize
critical test results, notify the appropriate clinician and
document notificationProactively investigate the status of all
pending, delayed or recollected specimens and communicate pending
tests to coworkers before taking breaks and before end of
shiftPerform proficiency testing according to standard operating
proceduresAssists in maintaining adequate supply inventory and
follows laboratory policies and procedures on optimal supply use
and storage requirementsUse personal protective equipment in
accordance with hospital and laboratory policiesAbility to
recognize when operational demands require supervisory
interventionSensitive to the needs, feelings and capabilities of
others. Approaches others in a non-threatening and pleasant manner
and treats everyone with respect. Fulfills commitments to team
members. Demonstrates behaviors listed in the Standards of
Excellence.Comply with all applicable policies and procedures,
including, but not limited to: all departmental and functional
policies and procedures, maintaining acceptable attendance records,
arriving for duty punctually and leaving on time, safety and waste
disposal, and following dress code.Perform other duties as
assigned.Education RequirementsMinimum Required: Associate or
Bachelor of Science in one of the chemical, physical or biological
sciences and at least one year full-time laboratory training or
experience or both. Employee must meet the requirements of Testing
Personnel under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act '88
(CLIA)Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from an
accredited college or universityExperience RequirementsMinimum
Required: General or specific technical experience in one or more
of the following areas: Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation,
Microbiology, Serology, Urinalysis and/or Transfusion
MedicinePreferred: Two (2) years experience in the above
areasLicense/Certification RequirementsMinimum: MLT (ASCP or AMT),
or certification to be obtained within six (6) months of hire into
the position.Preferred: MT/MLS (ASCP or
AMT)EducationPreferredAssociates or better in Biology or related
fieldBachelors or better in Biology or related fieldBachelors or
better in Medical Technology or related fieldLicenses &
CertificationsPreferredMedical Lab TechnicianMedical Technologistby
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Keywords: Riverview Health, Carmel , Medical Technologist/Technician, Professions , Noblesville, Indiana
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