Medical Technologist; MT

Overview

CVP is seeking Medical Technologists to join our team in providing our Nation's Veterans with laboratory services within the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service (PLMS) Department at the Dayton VA Medical Center located at 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428. Working hours may include day, evening, and night shifts and will also include weekend rotations. Dayton VAMC is transitioning to a new Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) system, and the Medical Technologists will adapt to this new, modernized digital system as it rolls out.

• Perform routine chemistry testing on automated instrumentation (Abbott Architect ci8200, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, etc.) as well as manual chemistry tests

• Conduct daily and weekly quality control procedures and instrument maintenance

• Perform urinalysis testing using automated instrumentation (Beckman Coulter Urinalysis, etc.) and manual techniques

• Execute blood bank duties including cross matching, antibody screening and identification, selected cell panels, and processing blood products

• Conduct hematology and coagulation testing using automated instruments (Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed, etc.) as well as manual procedures

• Perform microbiology testing including plating, gram staining, reading plates, subbing plates, Microscan setup, PCR testing, and other routine procedures

• Conduct patient phlebotomy and sample processing

• Perform patient and QC testing according to established protocols and participate in the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT) Program

• Independently test, evaluate, document, and report patient testing and Quality Control (QC) results

• Identify, document, and resolve any collection, processing, testing or reporting issues

• Positively identify patients prior to sample collection and samples prior to testing or aliquoting

• Safeguard electronic and paper patient information

• Provide patient-centered care with professional service to all stakeholders and customers

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Required Certification
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  Must be a nationally certified Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, or CLS) through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience in chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology
• Current and up-to-date continuing education required for maintaining certification
• Knowledge of College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission standards
• COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations are required for this position in accordance with VHA Directive 1192.01
• Experience working with Veterans and/or VA knowledge preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Visual acuity sufficient to perform microscopic examinations

• Dayton VA Medical Center, 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428

About CVP

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

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