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Job ID: 901618
Job Title
Medical Technologist
Location
Washington, IA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests accurately and in a timely manner following established guidelines and physician orders, reporting results in compliance with documented laboratory procedures
- Collect blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients via venipuncture and skin puncture in accordance with physician orders and applicable regulations
- Perform, record, and analyze quality control data to maintain accuracy and precision, documenting corrective actions when test systems deviate from acceptable guidelines
- Recognize and troubleshoot malfunctions of advanced laboratory equipment and initiate corrective action; perform preventive and corrective maintenance on instruments
- Evaluate new testing methodology and contribute to writing technical laboratory procedures, recommending process improvements for increased efficiencies
- Maintain clinical competency and current professional knowledge through relevant continuing education and training
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, a related science field, or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of all areas of the clinical laboratory
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems using scientific principles
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Certification by ASCP, NCA, or AMT
- Knowledge of computerized laboratory document systems
- Experience mentoring or training laboratory staff
- Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements in a clinical laboratory setting
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to contribute to a full-service clinical laboratory environment with a broad scope of testing responsibilities
- Day shift schedule offering a consistent and structured work-life balance