What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical tech position at Optim Health System?
Optim Health - Screven is seeking a PRN / Flexible Shift Medical Technologist for our Sylvania location. Must be certified and registered with the State of Georgia to be eligible to work as a Medical Technologist (MT)
Job Requirements :
Primary Duties : Collects, processes, and handles blood and / or other biological specimens according to established procedures;
instructs patients in the proper collection of samples.
Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests in the areas of hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis, as assigned;
conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid; performs blood counts using microscope.
Conducts blood tests for transfusion purposes; may draw blood from patient's vein observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.
Performs quality control on test results, ensuring validity and accuracy.
Performs calibration and troubleshooting on testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
Keeps records and reports on results according to established procedures.
Practices safety, environmental, and / or infection control methods.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.
Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.
Ability to monitor and / or maintain quality control standards.
Records maintenance skills.
Ability to perform a range of clinical laboratory tests and chemical analyses on biological samples.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to draw intravenous and peripheral blood.
Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
Ability to isolate and identify specimens using advanced laboratory techniques and equipment.
Additionally : Certification by the following Agencies :
1. AMT
2. ASCP
3. HHS or equivalent
Optim Offers :
- Competitive Pay
- Company Benefits
- Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Sick Leave
- Holiday Pay
- 401K Plan
Last updated : 2024-07-30