Job: Medical Lab Technologist/Medical Technologist
Job Description
Job Type: PRN, Hourly
Wage: $36.17-$46.11/hr.
Location: Trinidad, CO.
Job Description:
Accurately perform a large variety of diagnostic laboratory procedures within an acceptable period of time. Apply appropriate quality control procedures and activities and participate actively in the Hospital QCI Program. Perform venipuncture and select proper specimens. Maintain an active continuing education program. Maintain spirit of cooperation with Laboratory and other Hospital personnel and supervisors. Follow Laboratory and Hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures. Conduct business as a health care professional. Perform maintenance on analyzers, as required by policies. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience preferred. Must participate in team efforts to complete assigned tasks and accomplish departmental goals. Ability to accept responsibility, work independently and prioritize work responsibilities. Demonstrate initiative to learn and develop in the field of Laboratory Medicine, and
communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
(MT) Graduate from an approved school of Medical Technology
(MLT) Associate Degree in Medical Lab Technology, Chemistry or Biology
Current certification from a National Registry Agency (ASCP, ASMT, AMT, HEW, etc.).
BLS Certification or obtain within six months
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Intermittent movement throughout the hospital
Intermittent bending and kneeling
Ability to lift up to 30% of your body weight
Ability to read and understand English
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to interact with physicians, patients, families and staff in a professional manner.
Ability to maintain matters of a confidential nature
Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.