MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Full-time

Knoxville, TN

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Technologist performs high complexity, routine and specialized clinical Lab tests for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients by physicians. The Medical Technologist is expected to use independent judgment to give the physician information to diagnose and treat illness. In addition, the MT is expected to consult with the physician about test results as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform high complexity tests as appropriate for testing department and shift.
• Follow the Laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results.
• Document all corrective actions taken when the test process deviates from the Laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Perform proficiency testing samples and maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency-testing samples are tested in same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to Laboratory's quality control policies; document all control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
• Assist in orientation, instruction and evaluation of students and new employees to the department.
• Prepare various reagents and supplies according to precise formulas as needed.
• Utilize the LIS in patient accessioning and resulting; monitor incomplete and collection lists.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot Laboratory equipment and instruments, as specified.
• Check Communication boards at least weekly.
• Plan work to insure maximum productivity with minimum amount of 'carry over' work.
• Act as resource person for phlebotomy, if trained appropriately, including outpatients.
• Review abnormal patient reports daily; normal reports weekly.
• Maintain and disinfect work area.
• Assist with coverage of the pneumatic tube system, processing and distributing specimens.
• Handle biohazard wastes according to policy.
• Assist in evaluation and validation of testing systems.
• Perform any job-related duties assigned.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Current Tennessee State License as a Medical Technologist.
• Must successfully pass color blindness test.

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Experienced MTs
• $2,000 Sign-on Bonus for New Grad MTs
• Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift