Chemistry Medical Technologist - Full Time 2nd Shift

Company: Sonic Healthcare USA
Location: East Providence
Posted on: May 1, 2021

Job Description:

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: Quality is in our DNA! East Side Clinical Laboratory, a leader in the medical laboratory industry, is seeking a medical technologist to come join and be a part of their exciting, growing team. We are seeking a medical technologist for a full time position in our Chemistry Department in our Main Lab facility in East Providence, Rhode Island. Schedule/Hours: Full time 40 Hours - 2nd Shift Monday - Friday 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. including a Saturday Rotation Responsibilities: Performs, reviews and reports laboratory tests that will assist in the diagnosing and treating of patients. Uses education and training for operating equipment and employing manual test methods. Performs quality assurance and control procedures in adherence with standard operating procedures, federal, state, and CAP regulations. Once trained, Medical Laboratory Scientists and Medical Laboratory Technicians working at ESCL are authorized to independently process specimens, perform tests, and release results (except those test results which may require secondary, supervisory, lab director or consultant pathologist review - see training checklists). Duties: Independently obtains, receives and prepares laboratory specimens. Determines acceptability for analysis and eventual storage. Conducts quality control measures on all laboratory tests. Follows protocol for running controls and accepting/verifying results according to established procedures. Evaluates controls and recognizes discrepant control results and advises Supervisor as needed. Records and files all data obtained. Completes scheduled instrument calibration and maintenance according to established protocol. Following established laboratory protocol, independently performs a variety of laboratory procedures, both manual and automated (see training checklists for detailed description of procedures). Demonstrates a level of understanding of the technical and procedural aspects of laboratory testing. Organizes workload maximizing efficiency in processing tests. Analyzes and interprets results obtained within the confines of current standards of laboratory accuracy, precision and acceptability. Enters test results into patient's file upon completion. Utilizes knowledge to correlate data and reviews data for unusual or unreasonable results according to established laboratory procedures. Brings unusual abnormal results to the attention of departmental supervisor if needed. Performs and documents instrument troubleshooting techniques, as need arises. As requested by department supervisor, may assist in training department personnel. As assigned by department supervisor, may participate in special projects and studies within the department. Analyzes and tests new or improved products and procedures. Makes recommendations to department on status of new test procedures and/or products. As requested, orders and obtains supplies necessary to fulfill job assignment. Adheres to company and departmental safety procedures. In supervisor's absence, may be required to explain test results or methodologies to physicians or nursing home staff to insure proper evaluation of patient status. Required to work Saturday or weekend rotation as specified by departmental schedule. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Medical Laboratory Technician, A.S. or Medical Technologist, B.S. or B.S. in Biological, Chemistry or Physical Science or military educational equivalent required (transcripts must be presented). Registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification or HEW certified. Must be able to work independently in a methodical and organized fashion. Physical Demands:

• Extensive sitting, phone and computer use.
• Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours.
• Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• May be required to lift, move and carry up to 15-20 pounds.
• Hearing acuity sufficient to effectively communicate with customers and Employees via telephone and in person.
• Ability to communicate verbally on phone and in person.
• Fluency in the English language.
• Extended hours may be required. ESCL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ESCL is an Affirmative Action Employer. ESCL provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ESCL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/M/F/D/V. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: 2nd Shift (United States of America) Company: East Side Clinical Laboratory, Inc. Sonic Healthcare USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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