Medical Technologist

Shannon Health Texas, Big Spring Permanent

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs quality diagnostic laboratory testing on a variety of specimens.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions
  • Demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to perform and analyze a variety of laboratory test/procedures.
  • Prepares reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.
  • Performs test analysis in a timely manner.
  • Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments in accordance with established procedures.
  • Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.
  • Adheres to hospital, department, personnel policies, and procedures. Also adheres to laboratory and hospital safety policies and procedures.
  • Exhibits computer skills needed for daily operation of the laboratory and hospital information systems,
  • Demonstrates professionalism while functioning in the healthcare environment and recognizes the value of continuous professional growth and development.
  • Assists in orienting and training new employees and students.
  • Contributes to teamwork, quality improvement and productivity of the department.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Education & Certifications
  • Pathway I
    • Required
      • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
      • Bachelor s degree in Medical Technology or Medical (or Clinical) Laboratory Science
      • ASCP Certification Eligible in Medical Technology
    • Preferred
      • ASCP Certification
      • AMT Certification
  • Pathway II
    • Required
      • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
      • Bachelor s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
      • NAACLS Accredited Program in a Medical Lab Science field
      • ASCP Certification Eligible
    • Preferred
      • ASCP Certification
      • AMT Certification
  • Pathway III
    • Required
      • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
      • Medical Laboratory Training from the U.S. Military
      • Bachelor s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
    • Preferred
      • ASCP Certification Eligible
      • ASCP Certification
      • AMT Certification
  • Pathway IV
    • Required
      • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
      • Bachelor s degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
      • ASCP Certification Eligible
      • ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification
Experience:
  • Preferred
    • One or more years of experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory

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