Medical Technologist - Microbiology performs a variety of microbiological procedures in order to cultivate, isolate and identify microorganisms in skin scrapings, exudates, body fluids and surgical specimens. Conducts routine and specialized microbiological procedures, including virological, mycological, bacteriological, and parasitological assays for use in diagnosing and treating disease. Being a Medical Technologist - Microbiology verifies accuracy of findings, identifies test inconsistencies, and takes appropriate action to make corrections and resolve problems. Operates, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment used in microbiological analysis and procedures. Additionally, Medical Technologist - Microbiology requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires an American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or its equivalent. May require a state license to practice. Medical Technologist - Microbiology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Iberia Medical Center in New Iberia, LA is looking for a full-time Medical
Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) . The MT or
MLT is responsible for the professional application of the principles,
theories, and techniques of medical technology necessary to produce reliable
results to aid the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and
maintaining skills in manual and automated testing of moderate and high
complexity in all sections of the laboratory. Schedule will consist of 7 days on
and 7 days off.
Essential
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Runs lab tests in all sections of laboratory
Results lab tests by reviewing and approving through
LIS interface
Conducts routine LIS operations: ordering lab tests;
check for pending lab tests frequently
Teaches MLT students
Participates in PI studies as needed
Appropriate documentation where required
QC and troubleshooting
Reagent changes and calibrations
Instrument and equipment maintenance, record keeping,
patient result review, QC review, as delegated
MT oversees MLTs, Lab Assistants, Phlebotomists and
students
MLT oversees Lab Assistants, Phlebotomists and students
Education,
Licenses and/or Certification:
MT -
Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry or
Biological Science is required
MLT -
Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology is required
Certification as Medical Technologist by ASCP or AMT
Current license as Clinical Laboratory Scientist,
Generalist with the LSBME
Experience:
MT minimum
of twelve (12) months internship through a school of Medical Technology or
previous MLT training and/or experience MLT minimum of six (6) months of clinical training through an approved MLT training hospital or previous MLT experience
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge
of testing of waived, moderate, and high complexity in the following
disciplines: General Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Therapeutic Drugs,
Toxicology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Parasitology,
Serology, and Microbiology
Must
possess analytical computer skills and knowledge of laboratory workflow
Some knowledge of word processing
Must work efficiently, unsupervised, and is expected to
exercise independent judgment
Proficiency
in using the Laboratory Information System, and for complying with all
regulatory requirements, including C ollege of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint
Commission (TJC).
The
MT will participate in proficiency testing. The MT may have additional
delegated responsibilities.: The MLT is responsible for
maintaining skills in manual and automated testing of moderate and high
complexity in all sections of the laboratory, which include chemistry,
hematology and coag, urinalysis, microbiology, blood bank, and
immunology.
Responsible
for following QC and QA protocols; is responsible for computer skills,
proficiency in using the Laboratory Information System, and for abiding by
all regulatory requirements including C ollege of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint
Commission (TJC) . The MLTs work is
subject to secondary review by an MT, and may have additional delegated
tasks at any time.
The
MLT will participate in proficiency testing.
Competitive Full-time Benefits:
Great medical benefit plan Participation in robust state pension plan Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!
Iberia
Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of
any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws
Employment Type:
FULL_TIME
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