MAGNOLIA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Hiring for Medical Technologist (MT) Job at Magnolia, AR Full Time

Magnolia Regional Medical Center in Magnolia, AR is seeking a MT to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing all testing, including High Complexity Testing, in the Laboratory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs all testing, including high complexity testing, after competency on each test/process has been established.

a. Follows Lab procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.

b. Maintains records that indicate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.

c. Adheres to the lab’s quality control procedures, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.

d. Follows the Lab’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the Lab’s established acceptable levels of performance.

e. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either corrects the problem immediately or informs the Supervisor.

f. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the Lab’s established performance specifications.

g. Participates as assigned by Department director in Performance Improvement

and Quality Assurance monitoring as needed.

h. Learns and is competent in performing Medical Necessity checks on lab non-

patients as instructed by Department Director.

i. Learns and actively participates in electronic communications, via company

email, H.I.S. (hospital information system) communications and MRMC phone

operations.

j. Actively acquires CEU (continuing education credits) via media provided

and other resources and turns in to Department director each quarter.

k. Attends and participates in required facility wide and laboratory staff

meetings. This is included in annual employee evaluations.

2. Performs venipunctures and capillary sticks, as needed.

3. Assists in the training of new employees and students.

4. Takes call and works alternative shifts/days as needed.

5. Follows all regulations and standards of regulatory bodies.

6. Assists the Lab Director in consultation with other professionals on technical aspects of clinical laboratory tests.

7. Participates in the development of new laboratory methods and in the production of written procedures.

8. Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Laboratory Services.

Performance Expectations of Magnolia Regional Medical Center:

Each employee, regardless of position, is expected to act always in keeping with Magnolia Regional Medical Center’s philosophy as outlined in the employee handbook, support MRMC’s Core Values and promotes MRMC in a positive manner, comply with our Code of Ethics, Compliance Program and Policy and Procedures. Each employee will support team goals, have positive and effective oral and written communication skills, support team goals, maintain required licensure and/or certifications, and have a desire and ability to improve departmental efficiency and process improvement.

This position is classified as a “Safety Sensitive” position within MRMC and adheres to our Drug and Alcohol Policy.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Training:

Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent certificate.

Experience:

Prefer at least one year of experience as a Medical Technologist.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

Prefer A.S.C.P. certification or equivalent.

Continuing Health and Education:

Comply with standards as set forth by CLIA and Ark. Department of Health. (State and federal agencies, and hospital requirements including annual TB skin test and educational in-services.

Other:

Must be able to type 45 wpm and be computer literate. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment and for cause.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.04 – $30.06 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical Technologist: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CNA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location