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Med Tech- BS- Laboratory Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry required.

Certification:

Certification by ASCP or other nationally recognized certification agency (acceptability of the certifying agency to be determined by the Administrative Director) Certification must be maintained during employment with John D. Archbold Medical Center.

Experience:

Prefer a minimum of one year's experience as a general Medical Technologist. As deemed necessary to be in accordance with certification by the

Georgia Department of Human Resources Required Skills:

Must possess the appropriate level of skill and knowledge for laboratory areas including, but not limited to hematology, clinical microscopy, immunology, microbiology, chemistry, immunohematology, specimen collection, specimen processing, results reporting, quality assurance, and laboratory safety. Must have the ability to combine the characteristics of a supervisor and bench technologist while maintaining workload and workflow throughout all areas of the laboratory. Ability to effectively communicate through verbal and written means. Ability to work independently and to interact professionally with patients, staff, physicians, co-workers, and other hospital department employees. Must have a high degree of integrity, initiative, and self-organization, and to make medical and technical judgments as required, with and/or without supervisory assistance.

Physical Demands:

Good physical and mental health, ability with no limitations to lift, pull, bend, push,& walk moderate distances and to sit for long periods of time using proper body mechanics, visual acuity (with corrective lenses, if required) to read printed material and visualize objects, visual acuity to the degree to detect changes in color, hearing ability (with auditory aids, if required) to understand speech in a normal speaking voice without visualizing the speaker, speaking ability to ask and answer pertinent questions and relay information, ability to work under stressful conditions and situations, ability to work under close supervision or independently as required, possibility of exposure to potentially hazardous materials, possibility of having to lift objects up to 30 lbs. in weight.

Supervises:

Medical Laboratory Technicians, Laboratory Aides and Assistants and Phlebotomy Personnel when requested by management personnel.

Perks/Benefits:

(for eligible employees): Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization Medical / Dental Retirement Plan PTO and paid life insurance What Sets Us Apart Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla. For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special. You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living. We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area. Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees: Work/Life Balance Planning for the Future Low-Cost Prescriptions Health & Wellness Benefits Planning for Life's Unexpected Moments Helping You to Advance Your Career Mission To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities. Vision A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care