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OverviewEmory Medical Laboratory's mission is to TRANSFORM HEALTH AND HEALING by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. Emory Medical Laboratory supports the EMORY HEALTHCARE missions of clinical care, education, and research by demonstrating the core values of:
EXCELLENCE : in technology and consultative services,
CARING : by staff and faculty for those we serve, and
INTEGRITY : in our interactions with customers, colleagues, and ourselves.
DescriptionIf you are an experienced Medical Technologist with a background in BLOOD BANK / TRANSFUSION SERVICE , we are looking for you!All Shifts Available (varied by location and lab speciality)
Performs various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operating procedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease.
May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory.
Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and calibrates equipment and instruments as required.
Prepares reagents as needed.
Evaluates the validity of acceptable specimens and test results; compares them to previous results and other laboratory data.
Identifies critical values, confirms and reports following standard operating procedures.
In complex cases, evaluates all information and determines whether test results should be released, repeated, or referred to a pathologist.
Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment, and test results to comply with regulations.
Documents corrective actions taken for out of range test values.
May serve on laboratory's safety committee; write and maintain safety and infection control policies and procedures, and ensure correct Safety Data Sheets are maintained.
Performs required calculation and reports results by phone and/or computer.
Audits computer reports to ensure that scheduled tests have been completed.
Assists in gathering data to monitor quality improvement standards and in preparing reports.
May independently research and assist in development of new procedures; compile and evaluate data and perform statistical analyses.
May teach medical technology theory and techniques while providing guidance to lower level technologists; develop teaching plans and student assessment tools; prepare written examinations.
May perform venipuncture or capillary puncture to obtain blood specimen.
Perform other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical or biological science.
Other bachelor's degree will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school and science and math coursework meet requirements of certifying agency.
Bachelor's degree may be waived for a medical technologist who was ASCP certified in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by ASCP and a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services.
Certified by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), MT (AAB), generalist or categorical if applicable.
Two years experience required.
Medical Technologist I-III, Salary: $25.37 - $53.62/hour
The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of each level, relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Additional DetailsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.Connect With Us!Connect with us for general consideration!Division Emory Univ HospitalCampus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322Campus Location US-GA-AtlantaDepartment EUH Lab Transfusion ServiceJob Type Regular Full-TimeJob Number 123629Job Category LaboratorySchedule 8a-4:30pStandard Hours 40 HoursEmory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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