Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
Profession: Medical Laboratory
Specialty: Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: Guaranteed Hours not specified
Experience: Minimum Years of Experience: 0
License: Certification/registration or certification/registry eligible as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician is required.
Certifications: National certification (AMT or ASCP) is required.
Must-Have:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or a related area of specialty.
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
- Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Description:
The Laboratory Technologist works under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager.
They are responsible for performing laboratory tests and accurately reporting results to the physician.
This information is used in the diagnosis, treatment, and/or monitoring of diseases.
The technologist also assists in the general operation of the laboratory.
They contribute to quality assurance programs and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Independent judgment and professional education are essential.
After satisfactory completion of probation, the technologist acts as a general supervisor for waived, moderate, and high complexity testing.
The ability to work independently is required.