Graduate Medical Technologist
WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers Martinsburg, WV
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Performs a broad range of laboratory tests (biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immuno-hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of any disease or impairment of the assessment of the health of human beings) in the clinical laboratory. Job tasks may include specimen processing, laboratory test performance, or laboratory test reporting and other tasks requiring broad exercise of judgment and responsibility. Ability to perform job responsibilities with little direct supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
- Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Medical Technology program or equivalent training, education, and experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Laboratory Science for one year of full-time laboratory training and/or generalist training.
- Pending American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or equivalent nationally recognized Medical Technology certification or categorical certification (restricted to the discipline in which certification is held).
- Licensed by the state of West Virginia as a Medical Technologist trainee.
EXPERIENCE:PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:EXPERIENCE:CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
- NOTE: The employee must be overseen and signed off daily by a licensed MT, MLT or Supervisor.
Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action. Assists laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems. Seeks help from the section supervisor, Laboratory Manager or Medical Director.
- Sets up, runs, maintains, and adjusts laboratory instruments, according to standard operating procedures. Must be able to use independent judgment and knowledge to perform related tasks. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting: Observes and follows departmental preventative maintenance schedules. Documents all instrument checks, preventive maintenance, routines, problems, and corrective actions taken. Reports unresolved instrument or clinical problems to the supervisor.
- Provides critical test results to physicians or nurses immediately and according to established criteria. Initials and dates manual testing performed. Review reports for clerical accuracy and clinical indications. Reviews test results per department standard operating procedures. Applies analytical theory when evaluating clinical data. Uses the Laboratory Information System (LIS) appropriately to perform assigned duties including, but not limited to, specimen processing, specimen analysis, test reporting and management reports, etc.
- Plans, organizes, and prioritizes work duties to accomplish daily objectives. Performs various laboratory related duties as assigned by supervisor to contribute to the efficient operation of the laboratory to satisfy regulatory guidelines. (ex. Linearity method comparison). Completes stat, timed, and urgent work per established time limits.
- Maintains adequate inventory supplies and notifies supervisor of shortages. Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, logs, and files.
- Follows hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring safe environment for workers, patients and public. Maintains compliance with hospital and department policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control. Complies with CAP, The Joint Commission, HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA requirements. Reports all incidents (patient and employee) in the hospital QRM system.
- Maintains laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, and sanitary conditions. The area should always be well supplied and aesthetically pleasing to co-workers, visitors, and authorized personnel. Discards all contaminated materials (biohazards) in accordance with procedures outlined in the hospital and Safety and Infection Control policies.
- Communicates and interacts with clients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for the individuals' need(s).
- Consult with technical/departmental supervisor and keep supervisor informed of activities, needs and departmental problems. Attends and participates in meetings and in-services as required.
- Communicates and interacts with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for the individuals' need(s).
- Provides in-service training to other laboratory personnel and new employees within designated area: Provides instruction in laboratory bench procedures, instrument/clinical. Troubleshooting techniques and clinical application of test results. Ensures assimilation of procedures and evaluates troubleshooting techniques.
- Obtains work related continuing education as required for professional certification and licensure.
- Performs quality control procedures in accordance with department policies and procedures: Evaluates quality control tests and maintains appropriate data.
- Analyzes quality control data and takes appropriate corrective action when results are outside of acceptable defined limits. Assists co-workers in resolution of similar problems. Seeks help from the supervisory staff as required. Documents all actions taken.
- Holds patient results until out-of-control situations are resolved. Reports all unresolved occurrences to the section supervisor or when appropriate to the Laboratory Department Manager.
- Continually monitors quality of work performed in the lab and procedures. Participates in overall department PI activities and indicators review and makes suggestions for quality improvement.
- Takes appropriate action in the absence of Supervisor and alerts the appropriate supervisory personnel.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission and values of the organization. Willingly accepts assignments within scope of practice, skill set and level of competence.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Able to lift 40 pounds from floor to waist.
- Able to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8 to 10-hour shift.
- Must meet Department of Labor’s MEDIUM duty standard (MEDIUM WORK- exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly).
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position may require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.
- May be required to travel between facilities/buildings.
- May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental needs.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Able to use computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator, fax machines, printers, and other office equipment.
- Able to use computer software (power point, word and excel).
Additional Job Description:Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt:United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:BMC Berkeley Medical Center
Cost Center:112 BMC Clinical Labs
Address:2500 Hospital Drive
Martinsburg
West Virginia
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology -
Industries
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