Medical Technologist I Days

Job Description

Job Title:Medical Technologist I

Employment Type:Full Time 40 hours per week

Shift:Day Shift
Location: Holy Cross Hospital

Position Purpose

Performs routine and specialized procedures reviews and approves clinical test results for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in accordance with established protocols for a laboratory performing high complexity procedures as defined by the standards of the Clinical laboratory Improvement Act of 1988.

As a Medical Technologist I you will:

1. Performs specimen processing and microscopy procedures to include the inoculation of solid and liquid media and the preparation and examination of stained smears and wet preparations;

2. Performs tests for the detection and/or identification of infectious agents;

3. Performs tests for the determination of organism antimicrobial susceptibility;

4. Performs other routine and specialized procedures in accordance as specified in the primary function in a manner which assures an efficient work flow and a test turnaround time within the established limits designated in the departments scope of service;

5. Produces clear concise and accurate electronic and/or written patient reports;

6. Provides clear concise and accurate verbal patient reports with appropriate written or electronic documentation;

7. Reviews patient reports logs etc.; for accuracy clarity and completeness making corrective action as needed;

8. Operates and maintains equipment necessary for the function of and provision of services by the department/performs preventive and corrective instrument maintenance/repairs and maintains records

of actions;

9. Recognizes and troubleshoots technical and administrative problems and initiates corrective action when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current or eligible ASCP AMT or NCA certification as a Medical Technologist. Certification eligible employees must pass certification/qualifying examination from credentialing agency within 12 months of employment. Can consider previously certified Medical Technologists who met the credentialing requirements by the Department of Health Education and Welfare (HEW certified MT).

• Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology (Medical Technology) biological chemical or related science; and satisfactory completion of a clinical laboratory educational rotation;

-or-

• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university including courses in biological science chemistry and mathematics and- successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technologist program.

-or-

• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university including 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of biological science (with one semester in microbiology) 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of chemistry one semester (one quarter) of mathematics -and- one year of full time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in Blood Banking Chemistry Hematology Microbiology Immunology and/or Clinical Microscopy within the last ten years. Clinical rotations or professional experience must be under the supervision of a pathologist (certified by the American Board of Pathology) or an appropriately board-certified medical scientist and a certified medical technologist.

• New graduate to 5 years of experience in clinical laboratory setting.

• Ability to work in harmony with other personnel;

• Demonstrates basic computer literacy;

• Demonstrates comprehension skill and command of oral and written English Language communication skills

Pay Range:

Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical dental vision mental health paid time off 403B educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance accident insurance hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.

• Free onsite parking.

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing safe environment for all.

• Referral Rewards Program

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland Montgomery and Prince Georges with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers and offers a wide range of innovative community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Healths high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard toMinority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

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.