Medical Technologist - Weekend - Evenings

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Job Summary

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance.

This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Position details

• Part‑time: 16 hours per week
• Schedule:
  
  Saturday and Sunday, evenings 2:00 pm‑10:30 pm (rotating holidays)

• Perform moderate and high‑complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adhere to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out‑of‑range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensure all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assist with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collect chain‑of‑custody urine drug screens and perform phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field (Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science).
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW).
• 0–2 years of acute‑care experience.

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills to meet testing deadlines.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of population‑specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

• ASCP‑Medical Technologist – required.
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) – required.
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) – required.

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