Lead Medical Technologist

Lead Medical Technologist (Marshall Islands) page is loaded## Lead Medical Technologist (Marshall Islands)locations: Cape Canaveral, FLposted on: Posted 20 Days Agojob requisition id: JR7862## Our vision aims to empower our clients by actively leveraging our broad range of services. With our global presence, we have career opportunities all across the world which can lead to a unique, exciting and fulfilling career path. Pick your path today To see what career opportunities we have available, explore below to find your next career*Please be aware of employment scams where hackers pose as legitimate companies and recruiters to obtain personal information from job seekers. Please be vigilant and verify the authenticity of any job offers or communications. We will never request sensitive information such as Social Security numbers or bank details during the initial stages of the recruitment process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, contact us directly through our official channels. Stay safe and protect your personal information.***Location:** Deploying to the Marshall Islands.**Job Summary:**Acuity is looking for a **Lead** **Medical Technologist** to support our contract in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.The Lead Medical Technologist is the technical/general supervisor who reports to and will be clinically supervised by the site medical director and work under the direction of other primary medical provider (Radiologist, Physicians, Surgeons, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician’s Assistants). In these settings, the Lead Medical Technologist performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests. Examines and analyzes body fluids and cells and matches blood for transfusions. In addition to performing their technical function, medical technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a medical technical department.**Duties and Responsibilities:*** Performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests.* Examines and analyzes body fluids and cells and matches blood for transfusions.* Must be familiar with the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) requirements for maintaining blood products for transfusion.* Analyzes chemical content of fluids and tests for drug levels in the blood.* Prepares specimens, counts cells, and looks for abnormal cells in blood and body fluids.* Analyzes test results and relays them to physicians.* Makes cultures of body fluid and tissue samples, to determine the presence of bacteria, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms.* Analyzes samples for chemical content or a chemical reaction and determines concentrations of compounds such as blood glucose and cholesterol levels.* Evaluates test results, develops and modifies procedures, and establishes and monitors programs, to ensure the accuracy of tests.* Uses universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials, including blood-borne pathogens.* Orders and stocks supplies as needed and maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.* In addition to preparing labs and lab equipment, medical technologists and technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a medical lab department.* Provides supervision/ acts as Lead for the lab, providing guidance to other medical technologists and technicians.* Other duties and projects as assigned.**Qualifications:*** Must have completed a formal Medical Technology training program leading to a Bachelor’s Degree.* Must be certified by American Medical Technologist (AMT), American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel, Inc. (NCA).* Must have and maintain current BLS certification.* A minimum of (5) five years’ experience as a Medical Technologist is required.* A minimum of (1) one year experience in a Lead role.* All healthcare providers must have current clinical experience in direct patient care and have worked a minimum of 6 of the last 12 months in desired career field.* Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills.* Proficiency with computer and common office equipment, as well as with MS Office products required.* Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.* Strong problem-solving skills to research and resolve inquiries and respond in a timely manner.* Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver’s License.* Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.* Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.* Requires a favorably adjudicated CNACI investigation conducted by the Department of Defense.* Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.**Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:*** Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be "medically and dentally fit" in accordance with Acuity Medical Readiness Guidelines and Policies and/or as directed by the Client.* Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.* Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment; travel to Kwajalein is required by air. Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:Acuity-CHS, LLC #J-18808-Ljbffr