Medical Technologist | Per Diem | South Portland, ME

SUMMARY: The Medical Technologist is responsible for performing all procedures processed at the InterMed Lab.  Must be able to understand all necessary functions of the LIS and EMR systems. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Reads and understands all procedures in department procedure manuals. 
• Familiar with all equipment and instruments used in the department once trained and competent.  
• Assists in/perform weekly and monthly maintenance procedures.   
• Understands all necessary functions with LIS and EMR systems. 
• Backs up phlebotomist/specimen processor when necessary. 
• Prepares pertinent reagents according to laboratory standard procedures. 
• Performs tests as described in procedure manual, under the direction of the manager, in the time allotted. 
• Maintains records which demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples. 
• Performs all calibration and quality control procedures. 
• Aware of supply levels and orders supplies as directed.  
• Reports patient results as instructed by the Lab Coordinator. 
• Keeps work area and equipment clean and organized. 
• Assists the manager, when directed, in evaluation of test results. 
• Assists the manager, when directed, in trouble shooting of equipment and procedures. 
• Assists the manager, when directed, in the onboarding and training of new personnel. 
• Follows all OSHA regulations as applied to InterMed. 
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives at the direction of the Lab Coordinator  
• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies. 
• Perform other duties to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed. 

MISSION AND VALUES: 

• Follows InterMed’s mission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care. 
• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service that exceeds their expectations. 
• Maintain a positive attitude and always treat our patients and each other with dignity and respect. 
• Insist on honesty and integrity from each other and our business partners. 
• Make teamwork a core component of our relationships between physicians, colleagues, and patients. 
• Embrace change to better serve our patients. 
• Use business practices that feature individual accountability and group responsibility to ensure delivery of high value healthcare. 
• Have fun as we carry out our mission to serve. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution 

OR 

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution 

OR 

• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii) 

Experience: 

• Previous Medical Technologist experience preferred 
• Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize multiple assignments 

License/Certifications: 

• ASCP certification (MT, MLS, or MLT) or ability to obtain certification within 6 months from date of hire 

OR 

• HEW Certification 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 6 weeks of hire