Medical Technologist

Job Summary

Performs chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Applies techniques used in fields of microbiology, histo-pathology, hematology, diagnostic immunology, immunohematology, chemistry or morphological examinations.

• Conducts laboratory testing; initiates and implements course of action based upon standard operating procedures.
• Organizes workflow to accomplish efficient and accurate output; reviews and verifies results for accuracy and credibility prior to release; records and reports results in a timely manner.
• Problem‑solves to achieve acceptable test results and assures optimal system and instrument operations.
• Interprets and verifies lab findings with regard to type and quality of specimen submitted; correlates test results with available clinical information and other laboratory data.
• Analyzes and evaluates each process of testing to assure final results are valid and accurate; maintains and updates technical knowledge and skills by actively participating in department meetings, continuing education, and in‑service instructions; assists in development of operational procedures to ensure effective workflow.
• Serves as resource with automated and other equipment, and in standard operation decision‑making; coordinates laboratory operations in absence of supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with Quality Control and Quality Assurance Programs; addresses quality of service issues; implements internal quality assurance monitors or projects.
• Takes corrective action to resolve problems; reviews unresolved problems with supervisor; reports action limit results according to standard procedures.
• May serve as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA 88 for High‑Complexity Testing. Responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results; performs only those high‑complexity tests authorized by the laboratory director and requiring a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training or experience. May perform high‑complexity testing only under on‑site direct supervision of a supervisor if not qualified to perform testing independently.
• Performs proficiency testing and reports results.
• Advises providers and nursing service personnel of correct procedures for collection, handling and processing of specimens; assists providers in determining appropriate laboratory services for patient care.
• Assists in training of technical students and/or new technologist employees.
• Assists in development of technical procedures and in writing training procedures; reviews and critiques new procedures developed by others.
• Detects and repairs subtle instrument and/or reagent problems.

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Bachelor’s degree in medical technology from an accredited school or four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.

Medical Technologist License (Hawaii) required at hire.

Good knowledge and skills of general clinical lab.

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