What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Tech I - PT/Day Shift/ Micro/ Sign on Bonus position at Pennsylvania Medicine?

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location : Plainsboro,

Shift Hours : PT / 19 hours / week / Day Shift (MICRO) - 8 am - 4 : 30 pm (Every other Weekend)

Benefits You'll Receive at PMPH / Penn Medicine :

Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA / HAS) to save pre-tax dollars
403b Retirement Savings : Our employer contribution begins on Day 1 of your employment
Generous Paid Time Off benefits that give you the work-life balance today's world needs
Prepaid tuition assistance is available to benefit-eligible employees for approved courses of study after completing six months of employment.

The Penn Medicine Princeton Health Laboratory Department is currently seeking a full-time Med Tech to work the day shift in the Microbiology & Infectious Disease Testing sections

Join Penn Medicine Princeton - a fun place to work where the best technologists come to build on each other's talents and provide state of the art laboratory services to our patients. The laboratory is clean, bright and housed in a beautiful new hospital that offers free onsite parking and other amenities. Make the move that will advance your clinical microbiology laboratory knowledge and apply today.

JOB SUMMARY

To perform complex study procedures within the clinical section assigned.

Must be capable of competing assigned tasks using complicated automated instrumentation and techniques.

Work independently with attention to detail to interpret complex test results and resolve instrument and / or serologic problems.

Performs all duties in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements.

Must also perform special responsibilities as assigned by the Section Supervisor involving the QC / PM Programs.

Proven ability to work with related complex automated instrumentation.

Accountabilities

Recognizes testing irregularities, identifies the cause, determines the solution and resolves the problems or refers it to the appropriate levels.

Interface with staff to provide assistance in the resolution of problems.

Adheres to explicit standard operating procedures.

Work independently with attention to detail to interpret complex test results and resolve instrument and / or serologic problem.

Maintains, edits and review computer and manual records to ensure accurate record keeping.

Provides instruction and training to other staff members, including new staff members and students.

Assist the supervisor in the implementation of new procedures and in decision regarding new equipment and procedures.

Participates in the QA program, including proficiency testing.

Proficient knowledge of LIS.

Complies with safety policies and procedures in the work area and uses applicable protective equipment.

May assist the section supervisor in the evaluation and implementation of new procedures and new instrumentation.

Must be able to exercise independent judgment in the section. This includes the ability to accept delegated authority for making decisions regarding quality control programs and preventative maintenance.

Should be capable of communicating effectively with interdisciplinary hospital staff including medical and nursing personnel. Includes reporting results, replying to technical questions, and logistical matters under the direction of the Section Supervisor.

May be required to work unscheduled or varying shifts dependent upon workload or staffing requirements at the request of the Section Head or Laboratory Manager.

Perform other similar and related duties as requested.

Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures

Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

Bachelor's Degree REQUIRED (bachelor's degree in chemical, biological or laboratory science / medical technology science)

PREFERRED previous experience in microbiology, hematology or chemistry laboratory.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications

PREFERRED MLT (ASCP), MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP) or other certifications specifically for microbiology M(ASCP), hematology H(ASCP) or chemistry (ASCP) or eligible to take ASCP certification within one year of hire.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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