Medical Lab Technician - Hematology - Full time - Day Shift

Grady Health System
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
80 Jesse Hill Junior Drive Southeast (Show on map)
Nov 22, 2024
SUMMARY A Medical Laboratory Technician analyzes biological specimens using routine and complex instruments and manual methods; applies quality control, maintenance, and calibration procedures per standard operating procedures to provide accurate, reliable and timely information for preventing, diagnosing or treating disease; and participates in teaching students and new employees. QUALIFICATIONS MLT certification from the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Technician or National Certification Agency is required New graduates must obtain registration with the ASCP Board within 18 months of employment Understands the basic clinical laboratory methodologies and recognizes factors that affect procedures and results Refers problems to supervisors or medical technologist No previous work experience necessary OR SUMMARY Analyzes biological specimens integrating instrument operation, maintenance, control/calibration with patient data and test results to provide accurate, reliable and timely information for preventing, diagnosing or treating disease; ensures compliance with QC and QA programs to effect the highest quality patient care; offers technical support to patient care providers; and teaches students and new employees. QUALIFICATIONS Certified as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists - ASCP, National Certification Agency - NCA, or Clinical Laboratory Technologists (Health Education and Welfare) - CLT(HEW) or be a graduate of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences - NAACLS accredited School of Medical Technology and registry eligible No previous work experience necessary New graduates or new to the state must pass certifying exam within 18 months of employment Understands clinical laboratory methodologies and clinical correlation Proficient in the use of the appropriate equipment Understands the ethics of Medical Technology and realizes the importance of accuracy and reliability in the performance of laboratory tests Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.