Medical Technologist
- Country: United States
- Region: Pennsylvania
HCA Solutions is currently seeking qualified Medical Technologist for the VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA.
Positions are full time, contract, with a base year with extension possible up to five years. Facility needs Medical Technologist Generalists (Chemistry experience, preferred)
Day Shift - 8am-4:30 PM
JOB DUTIES:
Accessions clinical pathology specimens
Principal responsibilities involve performing testing on blood and body fluids in Chemistry primarily but if needed in Microbiology, Hematology or Blood Bank, VA will request specific specialty
Knowledge of appropriate medical laboratory testing procedures.
Knowledge of standard laboratory safety practices.
Skill in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and calibration of diagnostic equipment.
Ability to prepare and maintain required records and reports.
Ability to train and supervise subordinate laboratory or clinic personnel.
Examples of Work
Collects, cultivates, isolates, identifies and analyzes specimens; cuts, stains and mounts tissue sections for microscopic analysis; and groups, types and cross-matches blood donors and recipients to assure compatibility.
Reviews the testing activities of subordinate laboratory or clinic personnel by assisting in test problem resolution, ensuring that quality control standards are met and maintained, and assisting with equipment maintenance.
Performs required maintenance and calibration of equipment.
Maintains required state and federal documentation and prepares final reports.
Conducts appropriate clinical test preparation and processing procedures and microscopic analysis of test results.
Prepares and sends specimens to reference laboratories as necessary.
Inventories and orders supplies.
Requirements:
Current, detailed resume
(3) Letters of reference
Graduated from a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences approved Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician program AS or BS AND
Possess or is eligible to take exam for the MLS or MLT certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent nationally recognized medical technologist/technician certification or categorical certification in medical laboratory science.
A minimum of one (1) year experience within the last three (3) years
Proof of TB Test, within the past year
Proof of Covid Vaccination, if available
Medical Technologist/Technician Preferred Qualification
2-3 yearsÂ’ experience in an acute care setting
Experience in multiple laboratory sections
Experience working independently with complex specimens preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Day shift
Evening shift
Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
Have you graduated from a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Lab Sciences?
What is your expected pay rate for this position?
Are you eligible to take the exam for the MLS or MLT Certification?
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Medical Technician/Technologist: 1 year (Preferred)
Chemistry: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
MLS Certification (Preferred)
MLT Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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