Medical Technologist

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The Community – Decatur, GA
In Decatur you will find a traditional small-town atmosphere with the sophistication and excitement of a college town-along with all the benefits of living in a major metropolitan area. Take a stroll through Decatur and see how friendly neighbors, tree-lined streets, great schools, parks and playing fields, libraries, colleges, and businesses all make our town a wonderful place to live. Just minutes east of downtown Atlanta, minutes west of Stone Mountain, and the MARTA rail station is right under our downtown square, getting around is a breeze. Decatur's unofficial motto is "Everything is great in Decatur”.

Take a closer look at what can be experienced in Decatur here!

Airport Information: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is the busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic and aircraft movements. Situated about 10 miles south of downtown Atlanta, it spans over 4,700 acres of land. Serving as a major hub for domestic and international flights, the airport offers a wide range of amenities and services to travelers, including numerous dining options, shopping outlets, and transportation connections. On average, there are 807 passenger flights scheduled to take off from Atlanta every day, serving 231 non-stop destinations in 45 countries and 50 U.S. states.

For more information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, check out their website here!

About the Facility – Atlanta VAMC
Atlanta VA Medical Center (VAMC), a Joint Commission, designated medical facility sits on 26 acres in Decatur, Georgia—just minutes from downtown Atlanta. The main medical center is a level 1A tertiary care facility providing patient-centered healthcare via an array of comprehensive medical, surgical, geriatric specialty services, as well as state-of–the-art diagnostic testing throughout 14 sites of care. With 466 inpatient beds, including a 120-bed Community Living Center, a 40-bed domiciliary, and a 21-bed Residential Treatment Program, the Atlanta VAMC is uniquely positioned to serve the healthcare needs of more than 130,000 enrolled Veterans living in 50 counties across northeast Georgia. The Medical Center, also a teaching hospital, provides hands-on and state-of-the-art technology, education, and research to residents in collaboration with Emory University School of Medicine and Morehouse School of Medicine.

Facility Address: 1670 Clairmont Road Decatur, GA 30033

Medical Technologist - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Medical Technologist performs routine and urgent tests on blood, urine, and body fluids.
• Handle specimen collection, transportation, processing, and evaluation.
• Conduct clinical chemistry and toxicology using automated instruments.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair lab equipment.
• The Medical Technologist documents procedures and reports any issues to supervisors.
• Manage quality control materials and address out-of-control results.
• Test, verify, and report patient results following protocols.
• Recognize and respond to testing malfunctions promptly.
• Compare current and previous test results for accuracy.
• The Medical Technologist reports critical results as per established guidelines.

Medical Technologist - REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 12 months experience as a Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field.
• Certification in Medical Technology from appropriate agency.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Up-to-date immunization records, including COVID vaccinations.