Senior Medical Technologist - Core Lab
Senior Medical Technologist - Core Lab
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When you join the growing BILH team youre not just taking a job youre making a difference in peoples lives.
SENIOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTPerforms duties as a technical specialist in their area of expertise. Precisely and accurately performs and evaluates a variety of technical procedures acting as a technical expert and resource technologist. Utilizes accepted quality control techniques with the aid of automated semi-automated and/or manual methodologies. Develops revises and implements technical procedures in area of expertise with assistance and approval of section supervisor.
Job Description:
SENIOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs and results all automated and manual Hematology procedures. Has the ability to troubleshoot and maintain all Hematology instruments. Is able to perform coagulation studies and CBCs with differentials. Is able to perform body fluid analysis including crystals cell counts and differentials. Is able to perform peripheral smears for blood parasites. Performs and results all automated and manual Chemistry procedures including the ability to troubleshoot Chemistry instruments. Is able to perform blood gas testing. Is able to utilize the Chemistry and Hematology section of the LIS computer system. Perform any other functions required for the smooth running of the Core Laboratory section of the laboratory.
2. Assists the manager of the technical area with overall supervisory responsibilities for the smooth operations of the functional section including: scheduling purchasing quality control and performs specialized and highly complex testing. Assists and guides technical personnel in the performance of difficult tests and the analysis of unusual results.
3. Oversees teaching of MT or MLT students develops and revises written and practical testing material. Provides training of new employees and competency for current employees to the section of the laboratory including maintenance of records. Reviews articles or educational sessions to be presented to employees at staff meetings.
4. Develops revises and updates procedures with approval of the section manager and acts as a resource and mentor for the initiation of these new protocols.
5. Performs and coordinates equipment maintenance calibration and troubleshooting.
6. Maintains and submits Q.C. and Q.A. records to the manager
7. Assists manager in CAP inspection process and checklist completion
8. Assists manager in process and submission of CAP survey results.
9. Organizes work during heavy workloads being able to multi-task to expedite patient care. Notes critical results calling the results in the proper time frame Maintains open communication with physician nursing staff and co-workers.
10. Is able to perform all Blood Bank procedures required for the safe issuing of blood. This will include performing cross matches perform type and screens (tube and solid phase methodology) issuing units performing antibody panels DAT workups donor work-ups utilizing ISBT labeling system preparation of components and process blood received from outside facilities. Able to utilize the Blood Bank section of the LIS computer system. Ability to assess transfusion criteria and consult with Pathology and nursing staff to evaluate the need for a transfusion. Perform any other functions required for the smooth running of the Blood Bank section of the laboratory.
EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree *Medical Technology or Biological Science Degree
Preferred
Masters Degree *Medical Laboratory Science or Specialty area of the Laboratory
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Preferred
MLS (ASCP) / MT(ASCP) / MLT(ASCP)/CLS-NCA American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry / National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel joined to form ASCPBoard of Certification (BOC Every 3 years Registration Pre 2004 renewal not required
As a health care organization we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
