Medical Technologist

Washington County Hospital and Clinics

Washington, IAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Washington, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Washington County Hospital and Clinics is hiring a Medical Technologist. The Medical Technologist performs laboratory tests following established guidelines and physician orders, ensuring timely, efficient, and accurate reporting in compliance with documented laboratory procedures. This role involves maintaining department supply needs, analyzing quality control data, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Key focus areas include Perform laboratory tests accurately and in a timely fashion following established guidelines and physician orders, Report all tests in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures timely, and Inform appropriate personnel of department supply needs ensuring uninterrupted testing.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Medical Technology. Preferred (not required): Troubleshoot Malfunctions, Communication, Professional Demeanor, and Mentor.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Troubleshoot MalfunctionsCommunicationProfessional DemeanorMentorTrainMotivateDirectEmpower TeamHandle Sensitive SituationsHandle Confidential SituationsWork IndependentlyWork in Fast Paced EnvironmentWork in Rapidly Changing EnvironmentWork in Regulated EnvironmentAnalytical SkillsIdentify ProblemsResolve ProblemsSound JudgmentAccurate JudgmentLearn New ApproachesApply New ApproachesMaintain Professional Technical Knowledge

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Related Science Field or Equivalent ExperienceASCP CertificationNCA CertificationAMT CertificationKnowledge of All Laboratory AreasKnowledge of Laboratory Computer System

Full job description

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Weekend

Category Health Care

Description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing tests through approved department procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Perform laboratory tests accurately and in a timely fashion following established guidelines and physician orders. Report all tests in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures timely.

  • Inform appropriate personnel of department supply needs ensuring uninterrupted testing.

  • Perform, record and analyze QC data in order to make judgments concerning the results and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.

  • Maintain a safe and efficient working environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, and monitoring temperatures in accordance with regulatory agencies and hospital policies.

  • Recognize and troubleshoot malfunctions of advanced technological equipment and initiates corrective action.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, a related field in Science, or equivalent experience.

  • Certification by ASCP, NCA, or AMT preferred.

  • Knowledge of all areas in the laboratory demonstrated through interview process.

  • Knowledge of laboratory computer system preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor

  • Ability to mentor, train, motivate, direct and empower team

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

  • Ability to work independently

  • Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment

  • Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

  • Exhibit sound and accurate judgment

  • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches

  • Maintain professional technical knowledge

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