Medical Technologist

Overview: POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Technologist performs analytical testing of patient specimens and assures quality of the results through proper quality measures, training, and demonstrated competencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs laboratory testing according to laboratory procedures

• Judges whether the results are abnormal/critical and takes appropriate action internally/externally according to laboratory guidelines. Records results of tests with all supporting documentation for clinical interpretation

• Performs regularly scheduled quality control, preventative maintenance, and calibration of equipment according to laboratory guidelines. Performs all troubleshooting and repair

• Performs pre-analytical duties as needed, including but not limited to processing specimens, data entry, and stocking/preparing supplies • Maintains all regulatory standards and Good Laboratory Practices

• Participates in continuing education including training program expanding scope of knowledge • Regular attendance and timeliness is essential

• Follows all company safety policies & other safety precautions within work area • Ability to work Tuesday thru Saturday and occasional Sundays

Qualifications: • A baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology or in one of the biological, chemical or physical sciences AND completion of a medical laboratory technologist training program OR • A baccalaureate degree, MLT/CLT certification, 3 years of full time clinical laboratory work experience and completion of science coursework equivalent to that required in a laboratory science education program OR • A baccalaureate degree, completion of the 50 week military laboratory training program, 3 years of full time clinical laboratory work experience and completion of science coursework equivalent to that required in a laboratory science education program OR • A baccalaureate degree, 5 years of full time clinical laboratory work experience and completion of science coursework equivalent to that required in a laboratory science education program • Must be eligible for or possess current registration/certification as a Medical Technologist – MT (ie. ASCP or NCA) • Must be eligible for or possess an active TN license as a Medical Technologist • TN Supervisory license preferred