Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
The Medical Technologist will accurately perform laboratory tests and procedures to provide quality clinical information, while processing orders, performing testing independently, and reporting results according to standard operating procedures. Responsibilities also include operating instruments, performing quality control analysis, and actively promoting a lean work culture through process improvements.
A minimum of an Associate's degree in a relevant science field or equivalent training meeting CLIA regulations is required, though a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Candidates must possess certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent, and demonstrate independent judgment with minimal technical supervision.
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Provides quality clinical information by accurately performing laboratory tests and procedures. Works effectively with others to meet patient and care provider needs. Actively promotes a lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of lean principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes necessity of taking ownership of own motivation, morale, performance, and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to the lab’s and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta’s mission, goals, and values. Experience No minimum experience required
Experience in a high complexity clinical laboratory Bachelor's degree in medical technology, chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science form an accredited institution Education Associate's degree in a chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 Certification Summary American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent medical laboratory technician or Department of Community Health Diagnostics Services Unit technician qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Independent judgment with minimum technical supervision Strives for adult-adult relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and superiors Job Responsibilities Processes orders and specimens, independently performs testing procedures, and reports test results according to standard operating procedures. Demonstrates familiarity with and follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures, including those pertaining to safety and compliance. Uses critical thinking principles in decision making that leads to desired outcomes. Operates instruments using established protocols and quality assurance check and performs preventive and corrective maintenance on instruments. Correlates results with patient age and/or condition, recognizes deviation from expected results, and analyzes and corrects problems using standard operating procedures. Performs, records, and analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision. Maintains current professional skills and technical competency as defined by laboratory competency policy. Actively promotes a lean culture by performing duties to promote an understanding and consistent use of lean principals and processes. Performs other duties as required by department. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 35 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE Job Family Laboratory Services
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