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Certified Medical Technologist- Med II, Core Lab, Full Time, Second

UC Health, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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UC Health . Job Description Certified Medical Technologist II, Second Shift, Core Lab Department. UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Technologist II for the core lab department for second shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We’re offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus! The Certified Medical Technologist II performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems developing alternatives when necessary, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, assumes responsibility for problem solving, and requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation. About University Of Cincinnati Medical Center As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Location Cincinnati, OH, United States. Qualifications Minimum Required: Associate degree in a clinical laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology. Preferred: A bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science OR medical technology. Required: MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent. Preferred: Laboratory experience. Required: Knowledge of specimen requirements; must be familiar with laboratory terminology, laboratory assay schedules and expected turnaround times; ability to read and comprehend written information; ability to effectively and efficiently perform a variety of job duties in a stressful, fast paced environment. Preferred: Keyboarding skills. Expected starting salary range for this position is between $33.21/hr. - $41.06/hr. Responsibilities Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex testing as defined by CLIA. Performs special analyses that require advanced evaluation and judgment skills. Performs work in an efficient manner by coordinating testing steps to achieve maximum productivity. Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks. Recognizes and assumes responsibility for instrument, equipment and reagent problems. Maintains currency in the field through completion of all mandatory competencies and training modules, regular review of departmental policies and procedures and participation in continuing education opportunities. Provides instruction for students and new associates. Performs and records all quality control procedures. Performs on-going data analysis to detect trends, problems, etc. and undertakes specialized corrective actions. Keeps appropriate person(s) informed of ongoing problems and resolution of problems. Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture within scope of training and demonstrated competency. Competently accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Follows all safety policies and procedures. UC Health is an EEO employer.

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