What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Technologist PRN position at Valley View Medical Center?
Med Technologist PRN-7451-3499Valley View Medical Center
Description
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. Valley View Medical Center is a state-of-the-art hospital, licensed with 52 medical / surgical beds, 16 emergency department beds, 12 acute rehabilitation beds, 12 intensive care beds, 6 major operating rooms and 2 endoscopy suites plus a modern cardiac catheterization and 8 delivery & post-partum unit with all private bed hospital in the area.
Where We Are :
The Tri-State area has sunshine almost every day of the year. The beautiful clear skies, breathtaking sunsets on mountains to the east and west of us, and a mixture of the Great Outdoors along Arizona’s West Coast (the Colorado River) plus bountiful indoor activities provide something to do for everyone of any age.
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 diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and / or monitoring of various disease states.
Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Collects samples and analyze bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities. Collects blood and study blood samples used in transfusions Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports / documents results per organizational standards. Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment. Performs manual tests based on detailed instructions from a physician. Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse. Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment. Performs phlebotomy using age specific techniques Observes principles of data security / patient confidentiality Assists in training of new assistants and techs To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not restrict the right of management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities with and without notice.
Qualifications
Minimum EducationBachelor’s degree in medical laboratory scienceOR Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological scienceOR Associate’s degree in another discipline with documented chemistry and biology hours that satisfy CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.ORHave 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). Required SkillsCertifications / LicenseMedical Laboratory Scientist certification by ASCP or AMT, or HEW(MT), or equivalent certification is required within one year from date of hire. Training / Certification prior to 1988 -Certification program or Military training, ASCP or HEW certification is accepted.
Laboratory
Primary Location
Arizona-Ft. Mohave
Schedule
Per Diem / PRNWork SchedulePRN - rotate weekends, various shifts
