Location: Zitko TerraceMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
For West Virginia Labs:
WV Licensure as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) within 90 days of hire if performing final result reporting of moderate/high complexity testing.Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor degree in a physical, chemical or biological science with one year of clinical lab training/experience.Under CLIA for new hires that performed testing prior to April 24, 1995.Until September 1, 1997:Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent.Have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens.Skills required for proper specimen collection, implementation of laboratory procedures, performing each test method, preventive maintenance, reagent knowledge, and quality control procedures.For Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland Labs:
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science OR Bachelor of Science in a physical, chemical or biological science.Under CLIA for new hires that performed testing prior to April 24, 1995.Until September 1, 1997:Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent.Have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens.Skills required for proper specimen collection, implementation of laboratory procedures, performing each test method, preventive maintenance, reagent knowledge, and quality control procedures.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).EXPERIENCE:
Experience as a Medical Technologist.CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary productivity levels.Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments according to policies and procedures.Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures.May perform quality control summaries.Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.Complete forms and report findings to nurses and/or physicians.Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results.Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area.Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action.Maintain all patient and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for safety.Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies for safety, security, and infection control.Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in a professional manner.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment.May sit for extended period of time.WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work around strong or unpleasant odors.May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease.SKILLS AND ABILITIESAble to multitask and handle stressful situations.Able to communicate effectively.Able to work well as a team with co‑workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.Knowledge of basic computer skills.JOB INFORMATION
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Shift: Varied (United States of America)
Exempt/Non‑Exempt:
United States of America (Non‑Exempt)
Company: RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital
Cost Center: 112 RMH Clinical Labs
Address: [Address not provided]
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWest Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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