UC Health

Medical Technologist I, Full Time, Second Shift, Blood Bank

UC Health  •  Cincinnati, OH (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Medical Technologist I, Full Time, Second Shift, Blood Bank

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.

Performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, and assumes responsibility for problem solving. Requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation.

PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY):

Engages in population appropriate communication.

Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.

Performs and reports routine and complex laboratory analyses that require a complex network of steps. Uses set protocols and guidelines and independent judgment to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of test results. Performs work in an efficient manner by coordinating testing steps to achieve maximum productivity.

Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventive maintenance, reagent preparation, calibrations, and safety checks. Keeps appropriate persons informed of instrument problems and resolutions.

Maintains currency in the field through completion of all mandatory competencies and training modules, regular review of departmental policies and procedures and participation in continuing education opportunities.

Performs and records all quality control procedures. Evaluates the results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated. Keeps appropriate person(s) informed of ongoing problems and resolution of problems.

Competently accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Evaluates samples for acceptability.

Follows all safety policies and procedures.

Education:

Minimum Required: Associate's or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology OR Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, microbiology, etc. from an accredited institution.

License & Certification:

Preferred: MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Years of Experience:

Preferred: Experience in a full service laboratory

UC Health

About UC Health

UC Health brings together the region’s top clinicians and researchers to provide world-class care to the Cincinnati community and beyond. From our centrally located UC Medical Center to our state-of-the-art West Chester Hospital, UC Health delivers the absolute best in treatment and care.

Continually recognized for excellence and backed by the academic strength of the University of Cincinnati, one of the nation’s top 25 public research universities, UC Health is revolutionizing how discovery-driven care is delivered.

It’s all part of UC Health’s mission to provide the highest quality and most compassionate healthcare through leading-edge clinical services, teaching, innovation and research across medical specialties.

UC Health is an equal opportunity M/F/Disabled/Veterans employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
Year Founded
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