Medical Technologist- 3pm-11pm

Medical Technologist- 3pm-11pm

Job ID: WZ Tupelo Clinical-Non Nursing - PATHOLOGY Full Time - Evening

Posting Description

At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America. We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families.
We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like.
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Job Description

Supervision:

Coordinates work flow of phlebotomists in Specimen Processing area Serves as Charge Medical Technologist (MT) in absence of supervisor or Lead MT
Distribution and Transportation: Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens
Specimen Handling & Processing: Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens. Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens
Communication: Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers
Customer Service Uses AIDET as applicable Attends CARES training. When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers. Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner
Employee Relations: Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees
Reporting/Recordkeeping: Assures department testing, applicable to their area, is reported in an accurate and timely manner Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control
Education: Assists with training of students and new employees Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills Stays abreast of regulatory changes
Regulation : Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues
Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)
standards
Job Knowledge: Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological Science or related field; required ASCP Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, required within 12 months after incumbents graduation form an accredited Medical Technology Program. NOTE: If ASCP certification has recently lapsed, employee will have 90 days to complete continuing education and recertification requirements. Valid Mississippi Drivers License and acceptable driving record/history; preferred Proficient skills with LIS; required Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to apply:

Medical Technologist Certification

Education

You must have the following education to apply:

Bachelors of Laboratory Science

You must have a Bachelors or higher

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