Details: JOB SUMMARYPerforms laboratory assays on a variety of patient samples such as blood and body fluids, evaluates data for accuracy and appropriateness, and reports results to clinicians for patient diagnosis and treatment. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES1. Follows all Laboratory and Hospital safety policies.2. Operates all department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures to best of ability alerting proper personnel of equipment problems.3. Follows all department QC procedures and troubleshoots QC failures with proper documentation.4. Takes part in inter and intra-department QA initiatives.5. Responds to department staffing needs by covering extra shifts when necessary.6. Maintains technical competency and seeks clarification when necessary.7. Effectively utilizes all necessary LIS functions.8. Assists supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory of reagents and supplies necessary for testing.9. Collects blood samples, accurately identifying and labeling patient sample according to laboratory policy. Utilizes proper phlebotomy techniques and appropriate specimen containers. 10. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review.11. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. UNIT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES1. Performs and evaluates for accuracy all stat procedures in the Chemistry and Serology sections.2. Is able to prioritize stat testing to ensure optimal patient care.3. Follows laboratory guidelines with regards to reporting panic or critical lab results and is able to explain antibody problems or transfusion delays to clinicians.4. Performs and interprets routine and advanced immunohematologic procedures, such as types and screens antibody panels and antigen typings, as indicated.5. Prepares and issues appropriate blood and blood components for transfusion.6. Evaluates patients for RhIG candidacy and orders such appropriately.7. Performs and evaluates for accuracy all STAT and routine testing in the Hematology section.8. Using appropriate media, plates all cerebral spinal fluid cultures received on night shift.9. Performs Rapid Beta Strep screens, upon request.10. Prepares and stains gram stains for physician review, upon request.11. Performs Fetal Fibronectin testing, upon request.
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Monday, 30 July 2012
Wednesday, 18 July 2012
Vascular Technologist
Details: The Barnabas Health Breast and Family Imaging Center, located in Bedminster, NJ is affilitated with the Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center in Livingston, NJ. The Center provides the highest quality medical care in an environment designed to set a new standard for patient satisfaction. We have combined the exceptional Saint Barnabas Medical Center medical staff with state of the art technology and put them within your reach today. Will perform all necessary test protocals on vascular patients. Must have current vascular certification. Previous experience is required.EOE
Tuesday, 17 July 2012
Medical Technologist (Microbiology) - PRN
Details: Position Summary:Responsible for competently performing moderate and high complexity testing. Analyzes, reviews and reports test results and quality control results andtakes remedial action when indicated. Ensures specimen integrity by adhering to the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing.Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to include departmental programs, quality control, performance improvement and safety.
Friday, 13 July 2012
Medical Technologist FT Eves Microbiology Lab /Wkends Rotate
Details: Job: Laboratory The Medical Technologist performs laboratory testing in one or more sections of the laboratory that assists with the diagnosis of patients. The tasks and responsibilities include:Processes specimens, prepares reagents, performs testing procedures; reports and interprets test results.Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.Verifies analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity and references ranges for test methods.Works with Physician to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine tests.Serves as a consultant to medical laboratory technicians and phlebotomists as needed.Orients and mentors new staff members.Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Ultrasound Technologist Cardiology
Details: Job DescriptionUnder the supervision of the Department Manager, the Ultrasound Technologist performs adult diagnostic procedures with proficiency, making a significant contribution to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease by obtaining clear and concise echocardiograms. The position utilizes all echocardiographic systems available in the laboratory, including Dobutamine stress echocardiograms, and exercise stress echocardiograms. This position utilizes a general knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to apply in differentiating between the normal and/or disease states. This position requires a working knowledge of medical terminology, current skills in state of the art techniques and continuing education credits for registry status. This position will also assemble films, charts, files, schedules, answer phones and patient?s questions, and complete charge slips.QualificationsAssociates degree in allied health with one year additional training in ultrasound or a graduate of accredited ultrasound program• 2 years experience performing echocardiographic examinations• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (echocardiography, EKG, cardiovascular training, CCVT), or eligible to acquire• Extensive knowledge of echocardiography• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology with a solid understanding of the anatomy and hemodynamics of both simple and complex cardiovascular diseases, including congenital disorders• Knowledge and understanding of the surgical repairs used to correct both simple and complex congenital cardiovascular disease• Knowledge of advanced color and spectral Doppler hemodynamics in order to accurately evaluate valvular stenosis and intracardiac stents• Ability to obtain and integrate known clinical information, ultrasound image content, cross-sectional human anatomy and related physiological data• Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and physics• Ability to acquire and maintain CPR certification• Basic knowledge of sterile techniques, universal precautions, OSHA standards and specimen handling• Ability to exhibit caring attitude when relating to patients• Ability to ensure accuracy and attention to detail with patient information, accurately record patient exams, and follow proper billing procedures• Ability to assist patient onto exam table and into correct positions• Basic knowledge of quality control procedures• Ability to maintain a clean, orderly, well stocked room• Strong oral and written communication skills• Ability to properly identify exam with patient information film and develop imagesScheduleThis is a 40 hour per week position. Hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Technician
Details: Physician's office in Apex, NC. Starting three days a week to become full time. Associates degree and two years of clinical laboratory experience required. send resumes to Source - News & Observer
Sunday, 8 July 2012
Medical Technologist - Laboratory - Per Diem, as needed *
Details: POSITION SUMMARY (includes, but is not limited to):Under the general supervision of the director of laboratory services or designee, performs laboratory tests demonstrating understanding of normal ranges due to sex and/or age from neonatal through geriatric population groups. Performs automated, semi-automated and manual procedures in the fields of bacteriology, parisitology, hematology, serology, chemistry, urinalysis, immunology, and immunohematology according to established procedures and policies. Reports results according to established professional standards, following interpretation, verification and validation of procedures. Works actively and cooperative with nursing and other hospital staff to ensure timely patient care.
Cath Lab Technologist PRN Only-1005007685
Details: Job: Cath Lab Hospital/Facility: 449-Nacogdoches Medical Center - Nacogdoches, TX Shift Type* : Other If other shift, specify : Shift begin time: Shift end time: Assists nursing and medical staff to provide care to patients undergoing cardiac cauterization and electrophysiology procedures. Include scrubbing and monitoring duties during procedures, pro-procedure preparation and post-procedure care and patient disp Tenet offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and to all employees regardless of sex, age, race color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability.
Medical Technologist - Core Lab
Details: Job Description:General duties of a medical technologist including chemistry, hematology, immunochemistry, coagulation, blood banking and microbiology. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, MT (ASCP) or equivalent, at least one year clinical training. Steward Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Medical Technologist - Core Lab
Details: Job Description:General duties of a medical technologist including chemistry, hematology, immunochemistry, coagulation, blood banking and microbiology. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, MT (ASCP) or equivalent, at least one year clinical training. Steward Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Medical Technologist - Microbiology FT-1205010740
Details: Job: Med Tech Hospital/Facility: 800-Atlanta Medical Center - Atlanta, GA Shift Type* : 12 Hour Day If other shift, specify : Shift begin time: 6:00 AM Shift end time: 6:00 PM Connect with Atlanta Medical Center on Facebook (www.facebook.com/atlantamedcenter) or Twitter (www.twitter.com/atlmedicalctr) to be the 1st to hear about new open positions.Atlanta Medical Center, formerly Georgia Baptist Medical Center, is a 467-bed Regional Level I Trauma teaching facility sprawled across two city blocks near the heart of downtown Atlanta. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Atlanta Medical Center has an esteemed tradition of commitment to excellence in patient care and service to the community. The medical center provides general medical, surgical and women's services, as well as specialized programs in cardiology, oncology, perinatology, neonatology, orthopaedics, rehabilitation, psychiatry, neurosurgery, same day surgery and trauma. We are firmly committed to maintaining a tradition of excellence in teaching - combining knowledge, technique and technology in every area of modern medicine. We are an employer of choice as well as a leader in healthcare. In 2011, Atlanta Medical Center was 1 of only 8 Tenet hospitals to receive Tenet's elite Circle of Excellence award and we were also named as one of the Top Work Places by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. AMC received the Circle of Excellence award in 2010 as well. In 2008, Atlanta Medical Center was named as one of the Top Ten Best Places to Work by the Atlanta Magazine. This ranking placed AMC as the highest in the healthcare industry. In 2006 and 2005 we again received Tenet's Circle of Excellence award. AMC was named as one of the Best Places to Make a Difference by the Atlanta Magazine in 2004. The Atlanta Business Chronicle named Atlanta Medical Center as one of the Top Five Best Places to Work in Atlanta in 2003 and in 2002 we tied for First Place as the Best Place to Work in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Atlanta Medical Center is also highly committed to providing quality services to our patients. We hold the following designations: Bariatric Center of Excellence Gold Plus Stroke Center (the 1st in Georgia) American Heart Association's Get with the Guidelines: Gold in Heart Failure American Heart Association's Get with the Guidelines: Gold in Coronary Artery Disease American Stroke Association's Get with the Guidelines: Gold in StrokeAMC has a 96.5% quality rating (which exceeds state and national averages) and is a regional Level I Trauma Center that receives patients from 67 other hospitals. Atlanta Medical Center's Laboratory Services department offers a wide range of services to include: histology, cytology, microbiology, blood bank as well as general lab. The laboratory department focuses on customer service and quality of tests results and our lab is CAP and AABB accredited. Our employees enjoy:1. $3,000.00 sign on bonus or $10,000.00 student loan repayment program for FT employees2. Relocation Assistance for FT employees3. Rotating weekends and holidays (every 3 to 4 weekends)4. Night shift cross trained to various areas. The Medical Technologist will perform standardized to complex laboratory tests in the general lab Section; assignments often require technical expertise and independent judgement. Some of the duties include:1. Verifies proper specimen/test/patient identification2. Takes responsibility for completion of daily routine duties assigned to work area3. Investigates and resolves pending and incomplete work, clerical and technical discrepancies4. Performs and records quality control, takes and documents appropriate action5. Troubleshoots problems with procedures, Quality Control, instruments and computer6. Recognizes unreasonable results/ patient information and reacts appropriately7. Participates in proficiency testing8. Meets expected requirements of Laboratory Continuing Education program9. Performs appropriate repeat testing when abnormal results are found10. Judges specimen adequacy/ integrity11. Reports and investigates computer problems and instrument problems12. Completes testing within turn-around time guidelines13. Organizes and completes several tasks simultaneously without loss of accuracy14. Adheres to all policies to prevent the exposure of self patient or other employees to blood borne pathogen and safety hazards Tenet offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and to all employees regardless of sex, age, race color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability.
MED TECHNOLOGIST - LAB - PART-TIME, 6PM-6:30AM, WEEKENDS-1205010
Details: Job: Med Tech Hospital/Facility: 342-North Fulton Regional Hospital - Roswell, GA Shift Type* : 12 Hour Night If other shift, specify : Every Saturday & Sunday Shift begin time: 6:00 PM Shift end time: 6:30 AM Responsible for performing laboratory testing using approved standard operating procedures. Tenet offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and to all employees regardless of sex, age, race color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability.
Medical Technologist - Core Lab
Details: Job Description:General duties of a medical technologist including chemistry, hematology, immunochemistry, coagulation, blood banking and microbiology. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, MT (ASCP) or equivalent, at least one year clinical training. Steward Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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