Medical Technologist - Microbiology

Medical Technologist - Microbiology 24 hours, Days page is loaded## Medical Technologist - Microbiology 24 hours, Days remote type:
On-site (100% Onsite) locations:
Milford, MAtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
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**** Exemption Status:
** Non-Exempt
** Schedule Details:
** Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends - Every Third Weekend
** Scheduled

Hours:

** 07:00am-3:30pm
** Shift:
** 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
*
* Hours:

** 24
* * Cost Center:
** 26000 - 3260 Microbiology Lab This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.# #
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Performs and interprets various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

I. Major Responsibilities:  
1. Follows established protocols to perform a wide range of test in an assigned area. Refers to Medical Technologist II’s or supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.  
2. Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.  
3. Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.  
4. Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area. Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.  
5. Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.
II. Position

Qualifications:

License/Certification/

Education:

Required:

1. Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
-OR-  2. Bachelor’s Degree in sciences.
Degree and course work in the sciences must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.

Preferred:  
1. ASCP certification as an MLT /MTUnless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments.  The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description.  Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

Position is for the Microbiology Department.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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