Medical Technologist, 2nd Shift at Trinity Health

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Evening ShiftDescription:Provides for the care diagnosis and safety of patients. Collects processes and analyzes blood body fluids tissues andexcrements. Analyzes validates and reports laboratory results in compliance with hospital state and federal regulationsand standards.QUALIFICATIONSEducationMinimum: Bachelors Degree plus clinical internship in Medical Technology (Clinical Laboratory Science).Credentials/LicensureMinimum: American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or NCA certification - or board eligible and mustbecome certified within one year.Related ExperienceMinimum: N/APreferred: One year hospital lab experience.Other Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesMinimum: N/APreferred: Computer skills customer service skills troubleshooting skills.Computer CompetencyFamiliarity with standard desktop and windows based computer system including email e-learningintranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.Physical/MentalMinimum: Requires considerable walking standing bending and ability to lift boxes and containers of fluid that weigh40 lbs or more. Percent of time spent standing is 80% of the workday. All clinical laboratory testingrequires concentration and attention to detail. Subject to frequent interruptions and changing of workpriorities. Position requires 20 50% of the day spent on computer data entry. Must be able to pass acolor blindness test.WORKING CONDITIONSFrequently exposed to blood and body fluids low levels of radiation infectious diseases potentially hazardous chemicals sharpsfumes and gases. Fast paced potentially stressful environment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and processes. Reports accurate patient laboratory results with minimum errors. Reviews results based on knowledge of age-related normals. Works within all safety guidelines. Uses quality control results in determining validity of patient results. Is aware of Lab QA issues and works to improve them. In lower workload time performs order audits or other functions to improve quality. Meets laboratory service goal with regard to stats. Maintains at least average workload output on each bench worked. Uses professional judgment to set workload priorities. Assists coworkers when work is complete. Demonstrate a positive attitude toward change. Promotes new ideas based on the needs of the customers. Supports coworkers in improving productivity and meeting service goals. Provides leadership support to MLT and non-technical staff. Actively seeks out additional tasks to improve service. Initiates positive work environment. Performs instrument troubleshooting procedures. Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and assists students and Medical Laboratory Technicians. Responds to workload needs by flexing between laboratory benches. Trains students and new staff.Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Hospital Experience,Laboratory Procedures,Phlebotomy,Conflict Management,Microbiology,Quality Control,Laboratory Techniques,Sales Support,Toxicology Experience Experience: years Vacancy: 1