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Medical Technologist Senior - Wilcox Hospital

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This opportunity is: Location: Lihue, HI

Status: Full-time

Days/Hours: TBD

MLT Base pay rate:

MT Base pay rate: $38.40-$42.24 hourly

In this Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory role, you will:

Performs routine laboratory test procedures as outlined in the laboratory standard operating procedures manuals. Adheres to quality assurance and quality control procedures in performing all testing

Correlates clinical information and/or previous lab results and reports discrepancies to Medical Technologist Supervisor or other designate. Consults with superiors or pathologist when no preset criteria for decision-making is available before taking action

Collects and directs the collection of specimens with rigid attention to proper patient identification, priority status and hospital and laboratory safety and infection control policies for clinical testing

Maintains and operates lab equipment; able to detect malfunctions as they occur by review of instruments results. Troubleshoots the problem with technologist or service representative assistance

Ensures appropriate lab supplies are always on hand in their assigned area or department

May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as necessary

Trains or instructs laboratory personnel in performance of lab tests and procedures where assigned

Participates in developmental work on new tests

Participates in established TQM activities, QC testing of lab reagents and maintenance of equipment. Follows protocol for running and documenting control values. Collects, evaluates, and reports quality management data in order to monitor and improve laboratory performance

Attends and participates in continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence. Willingly shares knowledge and provides clinical orientation to other members of the staff

Trains students from affiliated programs or new employees as assigned

Works closely with all laboratory personnel to ensure timely client service and accurate test results

Participates in Job Competency/Skills Check program

Maintains open communication with supervisors, pathologists, and fellow employees to ensure optimal operation of department. Communicates pertinent information to other members of the health care team in a clinically relevant time frame to enhance the lab's contribution to patient care

Delivers age appropriate care for the patient population. Maintains strict confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation

Maintains and assists with continual compliance as required by standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies

Monitors personnel performance and competency and provides additional instruction as necessary

Assists with establishing procedures and maintaining a laboratory department or unit under the direction of the lab supervisor or lab manager

May perform the most difficult and advanced tests, examinations, or analysis in one or more specialized fields

Writes and updates laboratory procedures under supervision as required

May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as necessary

Adheres to confidentiality, safety, compliance, and legal requirements

Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance

Performs other duties as assigned

All you need is:

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related science from an accredited program

Current and active certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a laboratory scientist (MLS), formerly known as MT/CLS or American Medical Technologist, as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (AMT).

Valid and current State of Hawaii license as a Technologist

Minimum four (4) years clinical laboratory experience in a hospital/commercial lab setting required

Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills

Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms

Bonus points if you've got:

4+ years of laboratory experience in a hospital/commercial lab setting.

We'll give you

Appreciation for your work

A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people

Opportunity to grow in your profession

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Help saving for retirement with a 401(k) plus a company match

A sense of belonging - we're a community!

This role will provide routine access to protected health information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality and abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. They are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Job Category: Laboratory Operations

Company: Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP

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