What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist - Lead - FT position at Havasu Regional Medical Center?
Havasu Regional Medical Center
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.
Where We Are:
Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile long lake is an oasis of natural beauty.
Why Choose Us:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
· Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
· And much more…
Position Summary:
Performs clinical testing in assigned areas of the laboratory to aid in the diagnosis of disease, estimation of patient status, and determination of lifestyle and genetic effects on health. Specializes and/or assumes responsibility for a specific section of the laboratory.
Reports to: Laboratory Manager and Director
FLSA: Non-exempt
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science
OR Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological science
OR Bachelor’s degree in another discipline with documented chemistry and biology hours that satisfy CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
OR
Have previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under § 493.1489;
(4) On or before April 24, 1995 be a high school graduate or equivalent and have either -
(i) Graduated from a medical laboratory or clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by ABHES, CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS; or
(ii) Successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).
• Two (2) years’ experience working as an MT required.
• Six (6) months hospital setting experience working as an MLS in specialty area highly preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist certification by ASCP or AMT, or HEW(MT), or equivalent certification is required. Training/Certification prior to 1988 -Certification program or Military training, ASCP or HEW certification is accepted.
**** copy of highest diploma/degree required on or before first day of employment.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
EEOC Statement:
Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
