Medical Technologist- Core Lab - Evening Shift - 40 Hours
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Cambridge, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Performs the duties of a medical technologist for a specific area/section of the Laboratory or rotates in all sections/areas/shifts as needed.
- Follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis in performing duties. Uses proper techniques and equipment.
- Assures proper functioning, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment and work area.
- Performs tests and procedures as ordered, following outlines in procedure manuals.
- Determines that specimens were collected, transported, labeled, and preserved according to procedures 100% of the time.
- Records, reports, and posts test results/findings as required to meet established standards.
- Performs quality control using established protocols.
- Adheres to established hospital and department policies, procedures, and objectives. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
- Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, logs, and files.
- Performs phlebotomy/EKG procedures as needed.
- Attends inservices and meetings as required. Keeps up to date with new methods or improvements. Initials meeting notes indicating they have been read and understood.
- Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, conferences, and professional affiliations.
- Troubleshoots methods, procedures, and instrumentation as needed according to departmental procedures.
- Monitors and maintains adequate inventory for daily testing routine.
- Performs other similar or related duties as required or as directed.
- Revises or transcribes procedures as directed.
- Participates in the evaluation of new techniques as required.
- Operates computer for required applications.
- Participates in the training of new technologists, medical students, and houseofficers.
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology, M.T. (A.S.C.P.), or equivalent.
- One year of experience in a similar or related job setting is preferred. New graduates will be considered.