Medical Technologist 3, Core Laboratory

Full-time - Entry Level

Syracuse, NY

Hospitals

About the position

Functions as Medical Technologist in the Clinical Microbiology Lab. Performs routine and specialized testing. Interacts with customers regarding test results, questions and complaints. Processes and receives specimens. Performs routine and specialized testing in Bacteriology, Virology, Mycobacteriology, Parasitology, and Mycology following established policies and procedures and performing appropriate related tasks (QC, PM calibrations, etc.). Knowledge of factors that may adversely affect test performance and results. Responds to testing problems appropriately or reports problems to supervisory staff. Documents all corrective actions. Perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing as necessary. Resolves problems in testing, procedures, or processes. Knowledge of LIS functions related to testing. Reports results using LIS. Follows procedures for reporting results. Attends section meetings or obtains information from meeting minutes or notes. Completes mandatory training programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized testing in the Clinical Microbiology Lab.
• Interact with customers regarding test results, questions, and complaints.
• Process and receive specimens.
• Conduct testing in Bacteriology, Virology, Mycobacteriology, Parasitology, and Mycology.
• Follow established policies and procedures for testing.
• Perform quality control and preventive maintenance calibrations.
• Document all corrective actions taken during testing.
• Resolve problems in testing, procedures, or processes.
• Utilize Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions related to testing.
• Report results using LIS and follow procedures for reporting results.
• Attend section meetings or review meeting minutes for updates.
• Complete mandatory training programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related discipline.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Certification as Medical Technologist by the ASCP (MT/ASCP).
• Knowledge of use and limitation of laboratory equipment and/or computerized instruments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and supervisory skills.
• Professional judgment in evaluating complex data and determining unusual or nonstandard situations.