General Laboratory, Medical Technologist, Day Shift at Healthcare Connections, Inc. in Lakeside, Oregon
Posted in Other 20 days ago.
Job Description:
Position & Client Overview:
One of the largest laboratory organizations in the country is seeking a Medical Technologist traveler float to travel between Jacksonville, Savannah, and Tallahassee. Travel will be reimbursed. This is a permanent role based in the Jacksonville area.
Pay Range: $26-40/hr
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000
Jacksonville, Florida, is a vibrant city that offers a unique blend of urban and natural attractions, making it a fantastic place to live. With its beautiful beaches, extensive park system, and the scenic St. Johns River, residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities year-round. The city's diverse neighborhoods cater to different lifestyles, from the historic charm of Riverside and Avondale to the modern amenities of the Southside. Jacksonville also boasts a growing job market, particularly in healthcare, finance, and logistics, providing ample career opportunities. Additionally, the city's cultural scene is thriving, with numerous museums, theaters, and music venues, ensuring there's always something to do. Combined with a relatively low cost of living and a warm, welcoming community, Jacksonville truly stands out as an ideal place to call home.
Job Summary:
Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
Skill Requirements:
- Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
- Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
- Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance
Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:
- Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
- Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
- Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
- Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
- Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential
Education, Certification, & Experience:
- MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
- MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND
