Chemistry, Team Leader, Medical Technologist, $10K Sign-On Bonus, First Shift at Healthcare Connections, Inc. in Rome, Georgia
Posted in Other about 13 hours ago.
Job Description:
Position & Client Overview:
A 300-bed hospital supporting a level II trauma center is looking for a lead medical technologist to work in their chemistry laboratory in the Rome, Georgia area.
Salary Range: $31-40/hr (depending on experience)
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000
Benefits become available on day one!
Rome, Georgia, is a delightful blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. It offers a variety of indoor activities like bowling, museums, and arcades, and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and kayaking. Rome is conveniently located within a triangle of Atlanta, Birmingham, and Chattanooga, with a climate that varies from 33°F to 90°F throughout the year. With an average rainfall of 55.3 inches per year, Rome is a lush, green city that is truly fabulous to visit and live in.
This 300-bed medical facility is an outstanding workplace, offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of its employees. The hospital provides competitive pay, a signing bonus, and assistance with student loans and relocation expenses. Employees can also enjoy peace of mind with malpractice insurance and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Beyond financial perks, they value work-life balance, offering generous time off. They also offer exceptional retirement benefits and incentives to help you plan for the future. Don't wait any longer-join this medical facility to experience these benefits firsthand.
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:
- Bachelor's degree in science
- MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
- Two to five years of experience required
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
