Medical Technologist

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What You Will Do:
Medical Technologist
Part Time (0.5 FTE) - Night Shift
(M-F, 12am-8:30am with every other weekend)
Laurel, MD
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
is an integrated not-for-profit, community-owned organization comprised of two hospitals and several other healthcare facilities providing comprehensive, quality healthcare services to the residents of Prince George's County, Maryland and surrounding areas. Both hospitals within University of Maryland Capital Region Health have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report. University of Maryland Capital Region Health is the largest healthcare system headquartered in Prince George's County. Facilities: Bowie Health Campus, Family Health and Wellness Center, Glenridge Medical Center, Laurel Regional Hospital and Prince George's Hospital Center. Mission: To provide comprehensive health care of the highest quality to residents and others who use our services while strengthening our relationship with universities, research and healthcare organizations to ensure best-in-class patient care.

We're looking for an extraordinary team member to join our
laboratory
team at University of Maryland Capital Region Health. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) has created a number of new career pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the laboratory manager and designated supervisory staff, the medical technologist provides routine and specialized laboratory testing in a timely manner for patient care. Performs duties independently with minimum supervision. May serve as charge technologist for assigned sections of the laboratory. Requires Medical Technologist (ASCP) or equivalent certification.
Performs routine and specialized laboratory testing in their assigned specialty area following all standard operating procedures.
Correlates laboratory findings with disease states; integrates and relates data from other laboratory specialty areas; confirms abnormal results and resolves specimen and testing discrepancies. Institutes appropriate follow-up measures for unusual test results.
Calibrates instruments; performs and documents preventative and corrective maintenance on instruments and equipment
Troubleshoots most routine technical and analytical problems including specimen collection problems within minimal supervision.
Monitors and reviews quality control data and quality assurance information to determine reliability and acceptability of patient results. Assists in documentation of quality occurrences. Initiates corrective actions for quality control and other quality and/or service problems.
Performs duties and documents information in compliance with a variety of regulatory and accreditation standards. Performs testing on proficiency testing samples as required.
Assures tests are completed in a timely manner per turnaround time expectations of the Department and that all pending test reports are reconciled in a timely manner.
Provides orientation and training to new employees in the assigned laboratory sections. Attends continuing education sessions as required.
Assists in reviewing standard operating procedures as requested.
Maintains a neat and organized bench area replenishing supplies as needed.
May serve as charge technologist on assigned shifts; in this capacity, troubleshoots laboratory operations problems and initiates corrective actions.
What we offer:
Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
Great Work Life Balance: You'll accrue paid annual leave (prorated); we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
Competitive salary
Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement (prorated).
Free parking
What You Need to Be Successful:
B.S. degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or related field
Current certification in good standing as a Medical Technologist (MT) or equivalent certification
One year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting
Basic knowledge and working experience with Medical Terminology Registered Medical Technologist (ASCP) or
HEW Certified CLT
Ability to assist with the supervisory activities and functions of assigned personnel.
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to write technical reports and procedures, synthesize and integrate data, summarize findings utilizing statistical techniques such as means and averages, percentages, standard deviations and mathematical skills equivalent to college level mathematics.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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