Medical Technologist I – Atrium Health University – Evenings Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

• This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible.
• In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Job Summary
• Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties.
• Essential Functions
• + Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.

+ Participates as a member in quality improvement projects. + Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate. + Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to

CAP, TJC, OSHA.

+ Participates actively in laboratory accreditation activities, including audits and mock inspections + Develops topics for CE, lectures and other educational tools, assisting with presentations as appropriate.

• Physical Requirements
• Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area which contains bio hazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.
• Education, Experience and Certifications
• Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA with one year completed as a Medical Lab Technician I required.

Completion of all requirements specified under MLT II Advancement Program with annual verification of these requirements required. Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care. We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus:

Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.