medical technologist ii flow cytometry - Atlanta, GA , USA, United States - Emory Healthcare

    Emory Healthcare
    Emory Healthcare Atlanta, GA , USA, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Overview


    Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to TRANSFORM HEALTH AND HEALING by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health.

    Emory Medical Laboratory supports the EMORY HEALTHCARE missions of clinical care, education, and research by demonstrating the core values of:

    *EXCELLENCE: in technology and consultative services,
    *CARING: by staff and faculty for those we serve, and
    *INTEGRITY: in our interactions with customers, colleagues, and ourselves.

    Description

    If you are an experienced Medical Technologist with a background in FLOW CYTOMETRY we are looking for you

    Shift: 9AM - 7:30PM (rotating weekends & holidays)


    • Performs various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operating procedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease.
    • May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory.
    • May serve as key operator for implementation of new equipment and procedures.
    • In complex cases, evaluates all information and determines whether test results should be released, repeated, or referred to a pathologist. Refers abnormal or unexpected results to the appropriate individual(s).
    • May serve on laboratory's safety committee; write and maintain safety and infection control policies and procedures, and ensure correct Safety Data Sheets are maintained.
    • May teach medical technology theory and techniques while providing guidance to lower level technologists; develop teaching plans and student assessment tools; prepare written examinations.
    • May perform venipuncture or capillary puncture to obtain blood specimen.
    • Perform other related duties as required.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical or biological science.
    • Other bachelor's degree will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school and science and math coursework meet requirements of certifying agency.
    • Bachelor's degree may be waived for a medical technologist who was ASCP certified in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by ASCP and a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services.
    • Certified by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), MT (AAB), generalist or categorical if applicable.
    • Two years experience required.

    Medical Technologist I-III, Salary:
    $ $53.62/hour


    • The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of each level, relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
    • This position is eligible for shift differentials.
    Additional Details


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.