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Requirements

Medical Technologist positions performance include :

• requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients
• provide education for laboratory / other healthcare professionals and others in the medical center setting.

Medical Technologist

This is considered the full performance level for nonsupervisory positions. The Medical Technology / Clinical Laboratory Science at this level develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results.

Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and / or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision.

Medical technologist positions include requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients;

and provide education for laboratory / other healthcare professionals and others in the medical center setting.

Demonstrated Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of professional medical technology / clinical labor a tory science principles, practices, concepts, and theories providing for the ability to perform sound independent work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory quality control and assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement providing for the ability to perform sound independent work.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation.
• Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex written instructions.
• Ability to communicate, consults, and interacts with other members of the healthcare team, external relations, customer service, trainees and patient education.

WORKLOAD

The medical technologist rotates on a regular basis through the areas in which they have been trained and are competent.

The incumbent also works weekends, and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need. The duties and responsibilities of the Medical Technologist -includes but are not limited to the following :

Duties / Tasks

Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures. In addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results;

analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles. Recognizes and communicates predefined critical results affecting patient care.

• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.

• Performs and documents quality control and quality assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and suggests solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results.

Interprets results and suggests followup test selection or procedures.

• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals.
• Assists with instruction and training of new employees and students and in the laboratory's inservice / continuing education program.
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others).

Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing.

• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED Documents For Submission :

Current CV

ASCP Certification or Nevada State License

BLS Certification