Medical Technologist - Nome, United States - ICONMA

Description

Medical Technologist Location:
Nome, AKDuration: 26 weeksShift timing: nights


Description:
Tech must be able to work alone and be self-motivated. We are looking for a Laboratory Generalist who can rotate through all departments (including Blood Banking and Pre-Analytical Microbiology).


List of Instruments:
Cobas 6000 and 311IrisSysmex 550 and 4000iCA-660CepheidBioFireIllumigeneAffirmOthers Experience on the Cobas is ideal


Essential Functions:
Tech should be able to provide expert level clinical laboratory technology testing services in all areas involved in pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing while following the policies and procedures of the laboratory and complying with all regulatory requirements


Tech must also:
Uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate valuesDemonstrate understanding of, and compliance with, organization's policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rulesPerform and validate chemical, microscopic, morphologic, immunologic, and bacteriologic tests of body fluids and substances to provide data for diagnosis and treatment of diseaseVerify test procedures for accuracy of each test and test system as it pertains to the specialty assignedReport results, maintain records, and assist with distributing test reportsFollow protocols for the established QC program within parameters for acceptable levels of performance and verify lot numbers and expiration dates on reagents and controlsAssist in resolving technical problems, monitor test analysis and specimen examination through evaluation of proficiency testing and ensure that remedial action is taken and communicated to all testing personnel when necessaryParticipate in customer education, if necessaryPerform other duties as assigned ¿

Personal Traits:

All Client Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's values: integrity, cultural sensitivity, respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride.

Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, cooperation with, and consideration of, others.


Required Knowledge:
All Client Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software


Required Skills and Abilities:

All Client Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork.

All employees should have customer service skills, interpersonal skills, and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance.

In addition, all employees should have the ability to actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly.

Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality as defined by HIPAA.

Job Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of laboratory operation, logistics, inventory management, and laboratory instrument operationAbove average interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to follow detailed procedure guidelines

Minimum Education Requirements:
Associate Degree for MLT or Bachelor Degree for MLS/MT

Degree Program:
Medical Technology


Experience Amount:
2 years preferred Credentials, Licensure, Certification: Nationally registered or licensed as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist,

Medical Laboratory Technician Physical Requirements:
Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipmentSit less than half the workdayStand and/or walk more than half the workdayBend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reachView electronic monitors for prolonged periods of timeLift or carry unaided 25 to 50 poundsSee and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions:
Work is conducted in a standard office environmentWork is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, chemical, biohazards or other harmful substances Specialty:Medical Laboratory Sub Specialty(s):Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Clinical Laboratory Scientist EMR Used:Cerner Minimum Years of Experience:2 Certifications/RequirementsACLSASCPAMT