Medical Technologist at Honolulu

The Medical Technologist (MT), also known as the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), performs routine and complex analytical tests on human body fluids and tissues to provide accurate data to the health care team for optimal diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease states. The MLS is capable of performing all of the tests in a single section or most of the tests in all clinical laboratory sections: bacteriology, immunohematology, chemistry, hematology, parasitology, serology and urinalysis.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine laboratory test procedures as outlined in the laboratory standard operating procedure manuals and reports test results. 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, Sr. or supervisors. 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 labs contribution to patient care

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

• May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as necessary

• Writes and updates laboratory procedures under supervision as required.

• Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance and legal requirements

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

• Shifts:Rotating ShiftSalary:$55,000-59,000Relocation Assistance:$7,000

• Sign On Bonus: $500

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RequirementsBachelors of Science in Medical Technology or closely related fieldCertified as a Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology or equivalent1+ year of experience preferredMust be a US citizen or eligible to work in the US for any employer. No sponsorship will be provided.

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