Medical Technologist II - Full Time Nights
Company: St Luke's Hospital of Chesterfield MO
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Posting Details$5,000 SIGN ON BONUSDescriptionPerforms a variety
of laboratory procedures, many of which are complex, involving
numerous steps and techniques, operates various laboratory
instruments, and may be required to use independent judgment.
Application of the principles, theories and techniques of medical
technology are required to produce test results, which aid the
physician in diagnosis and treatment. Performs duties and
responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and
values.Principle Accountabilities: % Of Time Spent1. Safety/Risk
Management: Maintains an environment for employees, patients,
medical staff, and visitors that promote safety consciousness in
order to achieve a safe physical environment. Complies with
Infection Control guidelines. Adheres to chemical hygiene policies.
Follows confidentiality policy/procedure. Adheres to hospital wide
and department specific safety regulations. Writes QI reports as
necessary. Creates a safe and clean work environment. (10%)2.
Coordination of Services: coordinates activities, which allow
quality work within a timely manner. Orders reagents, supplies and
instrument consumables in a timely manner to insure continuous
service. Coordinates services and resources with laboratory and
non-laboratory personnel i.e., unlabeled/mislabeled specimens,
supplies). Coordinates completion of training (i.e., blitz, new
employee, POCT). Acts as a resource for laboratory and
non-laboratory personnel. Stocks area for next shift and alerts
appropriate personnel when reagents or supplies are low. Receives,
labels and stores supplies accurately and in a timely manner.
(10%)3. Primary Aspects of the Job: exhibits organizational skills
and a conscientiousness which allows for precise and accurate
results in a timely manner. Demonstrates proper time management
skills and priority setting. Performs routine and special tests on
biological and environmental materials using automated equipment or
manual methods following established laboratory and testing
procedures. Performs tests accurately and cost effectively.
Collects and/or assists with collection of patient specimens.
Evaluates specimen acceptability. Prepares specimens for
transportation to other clinical laboratories for testing. Verifies
completion of work requested. Interprets and reports results by
observation or calculations. Records results on worksheets or logs,
calculates test findings required by each test and accurately
reports results. Recognizes critical values and abnormal results
and notifies appropriate personnel. Evaluates, correlates and
interprets the clinical significance of test data. Identifies and
insures complete resolution of problems related to test data.
Performs quality control and equipment maintenance. Evaluates
accuracy of test results and proper functioning of instruments and
reagents through the use of established quality control program.
Maintains proper quality control records. Documents corrective
action for quality control program. Maintains laboratory
instruments by use of preventative maintenance procedures. Performs
troubleshooting on equipment and supplies. Creates and utilizes
work-aid documents correctly and in a timely manner (i.e., pending
logs, worksheets, QC logs, etc.). Participates in method evaluation
and/or research and development. Acts as a resource for a/an
instrument, procedure and/or specialty area as assigned. Researches
and develops new procedures. Reviews and revises technical and/or
operational procedures annually. (45%)4. Communication Management:
maintains good quality relations between staff, patients,
physicians and other departments to promote a good working
environment. Handles inquiries regarding procedures, test results
and their interpretation. Communicates test results appropriately,
accurately and in a timely manner and documents communication as
required. Remains current with departmental meeting minutes and
other required reading. Educates MT/MLT students (didactic). Trains
co-workers and non-laboratory personnel. (25%)5. Technology:
Maintains equipment in order to provide a continuous level of
quality in test results. Reports instrument malfunctions and
performs minor repairs. Calls service representative or technical
hot line as necessary. Maintains a working knowledge of laboratory
computer functions to insure accurate data management. Maintains a
working knowledge of the hospital computer functions to include
charges and credits, if applicable. Maintains a working knowledge
of personal computer, if applicable. Attends in-service training on
new equipment and procedures (i.e., WinNet). Remains current in
Laboratory developments though participation in continuing
education and self-study (15 hours per year). Performs other work
duties as assigned. (10%)Total 100%EducationBachelor's Degree
Clinical Lab Science with Medical Technologist Certification
required.Certification requiring educational maintenance by the
certifying agency must be kept current and valid. New Grads will be
given 6 months from start date to obtain Medical Technologist
Certification. ExperienceMust meet all applicable required state
and federal standards to perform assigned testing. The assessment,
care and treatment provided by the Laboratory will be consistent
with the specific age related needs of the patient. The Laboratory
divisions are competent to provide patient care to
neonates/infants, children, adolescents, adults and
geriatrics.Reporting Relationships (Text Only)Job Relationships:
Member of a comprehensive healthcare team including other
healthcare providers, the patient, the patient's family and
significant others. Takes direction from: Supervisor, Manager,
Director of Laboratory, Medical Director, Pathologist Provides
direction to: Medical Technologist I, Medical Lab Technician,
Technical Assistant Supervised by: Supervisor, ManagerWorking
ConditionsEmployee is required to sit, stand and walk frequently.
Employee must lift/carry medium (50 lbs.) occasionally and light
(20 lbs.) frequently. Employee is required to bend, squat, reach
forward, reach overhead, lift floor to waist and lift waist to
overhead occasionally. Employee is required to perform repetitive
action, including simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine
manipulation. For repetitive movement, employee is required to use
foot controls with one foot, one or two-handed action for fine
manipulation. Employee is allowed to move about freely or sit at
will when performing job duties. Employee is continuously exposed
to dust, noise, and CRT terminal work. Employee is frequently
exposed to blood borne pathogens. (Occasionally: 1-33%, Frequently:
34-66%, Continuously: 67-100%) The most significant of duties are
included but this does not exclude occasional work assignments not
mentioned or developmental duties.Mission/ValuesMissionFaithful to
our Episcopal-Presbyterian heritage and its ministry of healing,
St. Luke's is dedicated to improving the health of the communities
we serve.Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high
quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence and
respect for each other and those we serve.VisionAs an independent
healthcare network, we create healthy communities in the region
through our commitment to high quality, safe and personalized
services.Core ValuesHuman DignityWe accept and treat all persons as
being created in the image of passionWe respond with caring to the
needs of others as if they were members of our family.JusticeWe
honor each person's rights and responsibilities in light of the
common good.ExcellenceWe set and strive to attain high standards of
performance and continuous improvement.StewardshipWe use our
talents and resources wisely, with honesty and integrity.
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