Medical Technologist

1 month ago

Wheeling, United States West Virginia University Health System Full time

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Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

For West Virginia Labs:

1. WV Licensure as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) within 90 days of hire if performing final result reporting of moderate/high complexity testing.

2. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor of Science in a physical, chemical or biological science with one year of clinical lab training/experience.

OR

Under CLIA for new hires that performed testing prior to April 24, 1995

Until September 1, 1997-

(A) Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent; and

(B) Have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens. Such training must ensure that the individual has-

(1) The skills required for proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation and storage of specimens;

(2) The skills required for implementing all standard laboratory procedures;

(3) The skills required for performing each test method and for proper instrument use;

(4) The skills required for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration procedures related to each test performed;

(5) A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage;

(6) The skills required to implement the quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory;

For Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland Labs:

1. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor of Science in a physical, chemical or biological science.

OR

Under CLIA for new hires that performed testing prior to April 24, 1995

Until September 1, 1997-

(A) Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent; and

(B) Have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens. Such training must ensure that the individual has-

(1) The skills required for proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation and storage of specimens;

(2) The skills required for implementing all standard laboratory procedures;

(3) The skills required for performing each test method and for proper instrument use;

(4) The skills required for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration procedures related to each test performed;

(5) A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage;

(6) The skills required to implement the quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience as a Medical Technologist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.

2. Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.

3. Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job-related functions.

4. May perform quality control summaries.

5. Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.

6. Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.

7. Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.

8. Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.

10. Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.

11. Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.

12. Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.

13. Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.

14. Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment.

2. May sit for extended period of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Work around strong or unpleasant odors.

2. May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.

2. Able to communicate effectively.

3. Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.

4. Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center:

106 WH Clinical Labs Microbiology

Address:

1 Medical Park Drive

Wheeling

West Virginia

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