What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician position at OhioHealth?
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Medical Technologist (ASCP) Job Description
The Medical Technologist (ASCP) plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of human illness by performing accurate, precise, and timely patient test results. This involves utilizing automation, computerization, and manual methods to ensure quality control and instrument operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Specimens handled by Medical Technologists may be contaminated with infectious diseases, including HIV and other blood-borne pathogens, making it essential for individuals in this role to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., applied science or medical laboratory technology)
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technologist Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Two years of experience in a laboratory setting or formal military experience, followed by successful completion of the Board of Registry examination of the ASCP
About Us
We are committed to excellence in healthcare and strive to provide the best possible care to our patients. If you share our passion for delivering high-quality care and want to be among the best in the industry, we encourage you to apply for this role.
OhiHealth is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. We do not discriminate against associates or applicants based on protected characteristics such as race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law.
