Medical Technologist | Per Diem | South Portland, ME

SUMMARY

The Medical Technologist is responsible for performing all procedures processed at the InterMed Lab. Must be able to understand all necessary functions of the LIS and EMR systems.

Core responsibilities

• Reads and understands all procedures in department procedure manuals.
• Familiar with all equipment and instruments used in the department once trained and competent.
• Assists in/perform weekly and monthly maintenance procedures.
• Understands all necessary functions with LIS and EMR systems.
• Backs up phlebotomist/specimen processor when necessary.
• Prepares pertinent reagents according to laboratory standard procedures.
• Performs tests as described in procedure manual, under the direction of the manager, in the time allotted.
• Maintains records which demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Performs all calibration and quality control procedures.
• Aware of supply levels and orders supplies as directed.
• Reports patient results as instructed by the Lab Coordinator.
• Keeps work area and equipment clean and organized.
• Assists the manager, when directed, in evaluation of test results.
• Assists the manager, when directed, in trouble shooting of equipment and procedures.
• Assists the manager, when directed, in the onboarding and training of new personnel.
• Follows all OSHA regulations as applied to InterMed.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives at the direction of the Lab Coordinator
• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies.
• Perform other duties to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed.

Mission and values

• Follows InterMed’s mission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care.
• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service that exceeds their expectations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and always treat our patients and each other with dignity and respect.
• Insist on honesty and integrity from each other and our business partners.
• Make teamwork a core component of our relationships between physicians, colleagues, and patients.
• Embrace change to better serve our patients.
• Use business practices that feature individual accountability and group responsibility to ensure delivery of high value healthcare.
• Have fun as we carry out our mission to serve.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution

• OR
• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution

• OR
• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii)

Experience

• Previous Medical Technologist experience preferred
• Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize multiple assignments

License/Certifications

• ASCP certification (MT, MLS, or MLT) or ability to obtain certification within 6 months from date of hire

• OR
• HEW Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 6 weeks of hire