What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist, Full-time Days position at ScionHealth?
Description
Under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or Laboratory Manager, performs phlebotomy and clinical tests in the areas of hematology, urinalysis, general clinical microscopy, blood banking, serology, bacteriology, coagulation, chemistry, arterial blood gases, and special chemistry to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Minimum education:
Under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or Laboratory Manager, performs phlebotomy and clinical tests in the areas of hematology, urinalysis, general clinical microscopy, blood banking, serology, bacteriology, coagulation, chemistry, arterial blood gases, and special chemistry to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Performs tests and related duties exhibiting high quality of performance and timeliness.
- Accurately completes all procedures scheduled during the shift and work left from previous shift and communicates lab status and/or problems at shift change.
- Verifies correct patient identification using two unique identifiers prior to blood drawing and during patient testing.
- Performs quality control for all procedures.
- Posts or verifies results on computer and takes action when indicated by the values.
- Consistently recognizes and prioritizes multiple stats or critical patient tests. Immediately communicates critical values per policy.
Minimum education:
- Associate's degree in Applied Science, Chemical or Biology Sciences or Medical Laboratory Technology
- 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
- Knowledge of the principles, operations and maintenance of lab equipment is required
