UMC Medical Technologist

UMC Medical Technologist

PART I - General Job / Performance Information

Education and Experience

Baccalaureate degree in the biological, natural or physical sciences, or Have, at least an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, or Certification as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologist or with the National Certification Agency for Clinical Laboratory personnel, Have previously qualified or could qualify as a Technologist under 42 CF 493.1433 published on March 14, 1990 (55 FR 9538) on or before February 28, 1993.

Experience : Graduate of an approved school of Medical Technology or be able to satisfy any other criteria listed in the Code of Federal Register.

Environmental / Working Conditions

The work is High Risk for exposure to biological and chemical biohazards / agents.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

The area of Point-of-Care Testing involves daily interaction with nursing in all areas of the hospital, as well as other administrative sections within the hospital.

Job Description

Under the direction of the POCT Section Manager, POCT Medical Director, and Laboratory Director, the Medical Technologist performs waived, moderate and high complexity biological and chemical analyses on patient as well as proficiency-type samples related to point-of-care testing, as well as additional duties, as and when assigned by the Section Manager and / or Directors. The Medical Technologist is expected to have a thorough knowledge base greater than that of an MLT or BS-trained technologist, and is also expected to make correct judgment decisions.

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

MT(ASCP) or Equivalent - (Grade 25) MT(ASCP) Specialty Examination or Equivalent / Education - (Grade 26) Minimum : Meet criteria listed in Section 493.1461 of the Code of Federal Register.

Physical Capabilities

The work of the Medical Technologist may demand continuous standing and walking. The work may also demand frequent sitting, reaching, and rarely may include bending and kneeling. The Medical Technologist may also be required to carry items over 50 pounds. Near visual acuity is required. The Medical Technologist must be able to communicate verbally. The hours of duty may be irregular to accommodate departmental requirements.

Skills and Abilities

Basic understanding of laboratory methods, procedures and terminology.

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