Medical Technologist - Anderson

Job Ref

2404979

Category

Allied Health

Department

Laboratory

Schedule

Full-time

Facility

Community Hospital Anderson

1515 N. Madison Ave.

Anderson, IN 46011

United States

Shift

Night Job

Hours

(4)-10hr shifts; 9:30pm-7:30am every 3rd weekend holiday rotation.

Bi-weekly, benefited.

Join Community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

Under supervision of Laboratory Administrative Director, and according to established guidelines, standards and procedures, performs work related to the diagnosis and treatment of medical disorders, evaluating patient recovery through preparing specimens, running/performing tests, analyzing, reporting, and recording test results. Performs a variety of bacteriologic, and/or chemical diagnostic laboratory tests, and procedures specific to a particular laboratory section (i.e., Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.). Performs specimen procurement, preparation, and processing when needed.

Your Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Documentation: Records all tests performed by entering test date, patient name/number, name of test, and test results in the laboratory computer under personal identification/code number and security access. Adheres to the guidelines established for result entry in regard to delta checks, panic values, and repeat testing when indicated. Makes specific comments on specimen condition or result variance when necessary. Keeps designated Medical Technologist advised of such action. Expedites indicated test reporting (i.e., STAT) and notifies appropriate nursing personnel or physician.

• Quality Control: Completes the proper Quality Control functions of the section, instrumentation, and procedures being performed. Makes appropriate documentation and maintains corrective action logs when indicated. When necessary, informs appropriate personnel of potential problems or corrective action.

• Laboratory Testing: Can perform high complexity level testing in the designated laboratory departments including Blood Bank, Hematology, and Microbiology, if the individual education and training meets the requirements set by CLIA and CAP. Knowledge of the Hospital Order Entry system for procedures requested by physicians via computer system for laboratory procedures. This includes interpretation of the order to ensure appropriate selection of current test and/or procedure. Operates the laboratory computer (LIS) for functions authorized by security code access. These functions include but not limited to: entering orders and results, distributing results, inquiring of results, correcting, revising, or updating incomplete information. Performs moderate to high complexity level testing in the designated laboratory sections under appropriate supervision with appropriate education and training for the normal operation of the Hematology Section in the areas of hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis. Performs the basic Moderate level procedures for the normal operation of the Serology Section. Performs the basic Moderate level procedures for the normal operation of the Microbiology Section in the areas of sample requirements and culture set up. Can perform High complexity testing with the appropriate education and training. Performs the moderate to high complexity level procedures for the normal operation of the Chemistry Section in the areas of automated analyzers, manual testing, therapeutic drugs, and arterial blood gasses, with the appropriate education and training

• Laboratory Protocol: Knowledge of the proper protocol for patient identification prior to sample collection and labeling requirements for specimens received. Inventories and stocks section supplies; reports supply deficiencies to supervisor. Prepares reagents not purchased in prepared form/solution for laboratory testing. Makes sure equipment and area is operational and ready for the next shift.

• Laboratory Protocol: Knowledge of the proper protocol for patient identification prior to sample collection and labeling requirements for specimens received. Inventories and stocks section supplies; reports supply deficiencies to supervisor. Prepares reagents not purchased in prepared form/solution for laboratory testing. Makes sure equipment and area is operational and ready for the next shift.

• Department Accountabilities: Maintains and keeps current all required competencies for the hospital and the laboratory. Follows through with commitments including employee health requirements, mandatory education, and completion of competencies within established timeframes. Assists with the orientation and training of new departmental professional and technical personnel. Acts as a preceptor for new laboratory employees and assists with the educational needs of other hospital departments. Participates in the organization and direction of work performed by ancillary personnel. Adheres to Hospital and Departmental Safety Standards in responsibly handling, processing, and testing specimens.

• High School Diploma or GED : Level of knowledge equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through completion of a High School Diploma. (Required)

• 2 year / Associate Degree (Preferred)

• 4 year / Associate Degree (Preferred)

Apply today for immediate consideration .

Why Community?

At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.

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