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Chesapeake Regional Healthcare

Medical Technologist for Blood Bank/Generalist (EVENINGS PT)

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What they do

A Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes within a medical laboratory or healthcare facility. Perform complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. Looks for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, tests for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment.

$82,813 / year median in Virginia

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Plan, organize, and prioritize work duties to accomplish work load and accompanying duties Comply with the established standards and practices/procedures Use proper techniques and equipment Assemble supplies and equipment and assure proper functioning and cleanliness Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned Follow outlines in procedure manuals Identify and label all specimens received and collected, then discard after tests or store for future reference Record, report, and post test results and findings as required File, mail, and/or call in reports Perform quality controls and quality assurance techniques per department protocols as requested Consult with and keep the Manager informed of all activities, needs, and problems within the department Notify the Manager of out of control, discrepant, or unexpected results within the expected time frame Correlate clinical data/diagnoses with test results for reasonableness and accuracy Offer/suggest alternative and/or repeat testing based on clinical data and diagnosis Monitor all test results, unknowns, controls, and standards and evaluate for accurate method/machine/sample performance Communicate clearly and logically with any and all persons involved in patient care to assure the highest quality of care is given Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care Reports to:
Lab Manager Supervises:
None Minimum Required Education:
B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related field
Preferred Education:
Not applicable
Experience:
Prior experience is preferred, but will hire new graduates Bachelors or better. Medical Lab Scientist Medical Technologist Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.