Medical Technologist

3 weeks ago


Decatur, Illinois, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

The Medical Technologist at this level functions with relative independence following established protocols and procedures in performing the full range of test and examinations in the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service Line under the direct supervision of the section supervisor. The incumbent may be assigned to a specific department or rotated through all sections of the service line as required; works off-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need.



Duties
  • Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations using various analyzers and/or manual methods on specimen sources such as blood, urine, and other body fluids using established procedures.
  • Performs established quality assurance procedures (quality control testing, instrument functions, checks and calibrations) maintains appropriate documentation and reports irregularities.
  • Assesses accuracy and validity of obtained test results by applying knowledge of relevant scientific principles, recognizes changes that are critical to patient care, and identifies probable causes for irregular and atypical findings.
  • Maintains records of tests and examinations and results for all record functions and inquiries related to patient care.
  • Monitors and evaluates quality control data reporting outliers to the Lead Medical Technologist or supervisor.
  • Troubleshoots instruments and resolves technical problems whenever possible, documents corrective action, and reports problems to the supervisor.
  • Assists in instructing students and laboratory personnel in the principles and techniques of diagnostic tests and examinations.
  • Accessions and collects patient samples for testing
  • Calls and documents critical results to providers
  • Follows up and ensure reflex testing is done when necessary
  • Documents errors and participates in the laboratory continuous improvement process
  • Provides assigned section coverage until the next Technologist arrives to take over the department coverage
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Work Schedule: Day Shift: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm or Evening Shift: 3:30 pm - 12:00 am; Monday - Friday; Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Compressed/Flexible:Not Available

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 52912F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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