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Position posted: 7/23/2026

RESPONSIBILITIES Job Specific Competencies:

Performs quality control procedures, monitor quality controls and documents results and corrective action as required per CLIA and instrument/manufacturer guidelines. Performs instrument scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, calls technical service, and documents troubleshooting. Performs waived, moderate, and complex testing according to written procedures. Notify provider or designee of critical or modified results. Assist with bone marrow collections. Assists in training new employees. Participates in new method evaluation and calibration verification. Keep Manager aware of procedure, unscheduled instrument maintenance, unacceptable quality control, schedule changes and other quality assurance issues. Evaluates quality and appropriateness of specimens before testing or sending to reference labs. Maintains clean and safe work area. Approves lab results in a timely manner and ensure results are sent to the appropriate location. Follow all CLIA, OSHA and AAAHC guidelines and requirements. Participates in proficiency testing and perform/document any necessary corrective action. Communicates with co-workers, clinical staff and providers to ensure patient testing is complete and accurate with positive, helpful attitude. Maintains stock of reagents and supplies and rotates stock as necessary. Readies specimens for reference labs. Be familiar with navigating in Orchard LIS and Electronic Health Records. Be a resource for Lab Tech Assistants and Phlebotomists.

JCMG Core Competencies:

Maintains high work ethic standards. Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times. Strives for Continuous Quality Improvement. Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence. Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Comply with all JCMG Policies and procedures and read as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor of Science or Associates Degree in

Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist Experience:

Medical Laboratory experience is preferred

Certification/License:

Medical Technologist/Technician licensed by

ASCP/HHW/HEW, or CLS Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledgeable of CLIA regulations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Will be exposed to the danger of infection from disease bearing specimens and odorous chemicals and specimens.

BENEFITS

Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually 56 hours paid Holiday Leave Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements