Medical Technologist
Company: Covenant HealthCare
Location: Saginaw
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Covenant HealthCareUS:MI:SAGINAW
FULL TIME BENEFITED
Summary:The Medical Technologist demonstrates excellent customer
service performance in that his/her attitude and actions are at all
times consistent with the standards contained in the Vision,
Mission and Values of Covenant and the commitment to Extordinary
care for Every Generation. This individual had documented training
appropriate for the testing performed prior to analyzing patient
specimens. Testing includes waived, moderate complexity; and those
high complexity tests authorized by the Laboratory Medical
Director. The training insures the skills required for proper
specimen collection, handling and processing. This includes
knowledge of laboratory procedures, proper instrument use,
preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration, a
working knowledge of reagent stability and storage and ability to
implement quality control policies. The individual possesses an
awareness of the factors that influence test results and the skills
required to assess and verify the validity of patient test results
before reporting.
Responsibilities:
Follow the laboratory procedures for specimen suitability for
testing. Perform waived, moderate and high complexity tests ordered
by a physician or authorized personnel using approved methodology
for test analysis. Report and maintain records of patient test
results.Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing
samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.Adhere
to the laboratory quality control policies. Document all
activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance
performed to include troubleshooting.Follow the Laboratory
established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not
within the established levels of performance.Identify problems that
may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
Correct the problem or immediately notify the General Supervisor or
designated Laboratory Charge Medical Technologist who will correct
the problem or immediately notify the Technical
Supervisor.Designated Technologist with at least one or two years
documented experience in a high complexity laboratory, and as
recommended by the General Supervisor, may be designated to perform
Laboratory Charge Technologist duties for the Laboratory General
Supervisor who is scheduled off duty.Document all corrective
actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory
established performance specifications.Comply with all Covenant and
Laboratory policies, procedures and safety practices. Demonstrate
working knowledge of appropriate safety protocol to include
universal precautions, MSDS safety program, use of personal
protective equipment in designated areas, and proper hand washing
techniques.Trains new employees and teaches MLT and MT Interns as
designated by the Manager.Perform other related duties as
assigned.Demonstrate a positive attitude in the workplace showing
dependability, cooperation, and desire to produce the most
accurate, timely and cost effective results attainable.Demonstrates
excellent customer service.Contributes to organization success
targets for patient satisfaction and net operating margin.Age
Specific Competency Newborn Infant Pediatric Child Adolescent Adult
Geriatric
Other information:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEBachelors degree in laboratory science or
medical technology from an accredited college/university with MT
(ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) CM certification within 1 year of hire.6
months of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESTechnical knowledge, skills and abilities
as they relate to the various areas of the clinical lab.LIS
applications (i.e. Cerner applications and databases)Strong written
and verbal communication skillsTo utilize independent judgment and
work autonomouslyDemonstrate a positive attitude in the workplace
showing dependability, cooperation, and desire to produce the most
accurate, timely, and cost effective results atta
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to maintain regular,
punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other
federal, state and local standards.Constant sitting and near
vision.Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs.Frequent walking, handling,
fingering, talking, hearing, midrange vision, depth perception,
visual accommodation and color vision.Occasional lifing up to 100
lbs.Occasional standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling,
climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling,
twisting, reaching, feeling, far vision and field of vision.
NOTICE REGARDING LATEX SENSITIVITY IN APPLICANTS FOR
EMPLOYMENT.
It has been determined that Covenant HealthCare cannot provide a
latex safe or latex free work environment at any of its facilities.
Unfortunately, that means that any individual, including an
applicant or an employee, is likely to be exposed to latex while on
Covenant's premises. Therefore, latex tolerance is considered to be
an essential function for any position with Covenant.CHNurJJob
Type: Full-timePay: $28.50 - $39.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k)
matching 403(b) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee
assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible
spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings
account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition
reimbursement Vision insuranceHealthcare setting: HospitalSchedule:
8 hour shift Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate: Saginaw, MI: Reliably commute or
planning to relocate before starting work
(Required)License/Certification: Medical Technologist
(Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Keywords: Covenant HealthCare, Saginaw , Medical Technologist, Healthcare , Saginaw, Michigan
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