MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
FLSA Employment Status: Nonexempt/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical technologists operate sophisticated equipment to perform tests on samples of patients’ blood, urine, and other fluids and tissues. Conducts toxicology, chemical, biologic, bacteriologic, immunologic, and hematologic tests. Collects tests and analyzes bodily fluids and tissues. May supervise and/or provide training to medical laboratory technologists.
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Director of Laboratory Services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology or related field required.
Work Experience
Some experience and/or internship experience preferred. Management and/or work experience as a MLT.
License/Certification
Tennessee Medical Technologist License required, Supervisor License preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS)
CORE COMPETENCIES
Mission, Vision
Core Values/Standards of Conduct
AIDET/Organizational Expectations
Safety
Quality
Flexibility
Customer Service
Diversity and Inclusion
Finance
Abuse and Neglect of Adult Patient
Abuse and Neglect of Pediatric Patient
Acute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain Protocols
Biohazard Waste
CC Hand Hygiene
JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Department Specific Specialty Area: Laboratory Services
Laboratory Safety Standards
Laboratory Specimen Testing
CLIA Laboratory Testing Standards
Waived Testing
Non Waived Testing
Knowledge of centrifuges and other laboratory services equipment
Familiar with laboratory standards, concepts, practices, and procedures.
Good judgment to plan, organize and accomplish goals.
Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
Good communication skills are required for working with patients, lab customers, and medical staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares cultures of fluid and tissue samples, submit them to testing procedures, and studies the results to determine diagnoses
Set ups, operates, and calibrates medical equipment
Collects and labels samples of bodily fluids and tissues
Prepares cultures of samples for analysis
Places cultures on slides and examine them with a microscope or automatic analyzer;
Conducts a range of tests to determine the samples’ chemical makeup, contaminants, and other components
Give the results of tests and analyses to doctors and patients
Properly stores samples to preserve them for further analysis
Cross-matches blood for transfusions
Keeps the lab neat, organized, and sanitary
Creates and oversee data-accuracy protocols
Ensures that safety and disease-prevention policies are followed
Maintains patient report forms and lab records
Attends training sessions, receive continuing education, read medical journals, and join professional organizations.
OTHER DUTIES
May provide training and directions for MLT’s.
Performs other related duties and special project work as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds during a scheduled work shift.
Must be able to see with corrective eye wear
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
Able to handle emergency and/or crisis situations
May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary
Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions.
Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
