Performs STAT and routine laboratory testing, which includes all necessary clerical and technical functions by following general and specific technical policies and procedures.
ResponsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)
JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to maintain competency to perform moderate and high complexity testing accurately and in a timely fashion.
- Ability to trouble shoot and resolve instrument related problems.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, & ASSESSMENTS
- Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences from an accredited institution.* (*Employees who have been working as lab techs prior to the effective CLIA date (1988) and have passed the HEW certification can be considered eligible to meet the educational and certification requirement.)
- 1 Year of Experience in Clinical or Research Laboratory Setting Preferred
- Professional Certification Eligibility after 12-18 months of working in the Laboratory. Certification includes MT (ASCP), CLT (NCA), or equivalent certification
- Professional assessment of training and experience to be conducted by the Medical Director.
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIORMeets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCEDemonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related science from an accredited institution
- Ability to perform moderate- and high-complexity testing accurately and promptly
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve instrument-related problems
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- One year of experience in a clinical or research laboratory setting
- Professional certification eligibility after 12–18 months, including MT ASCP, CLT NCA, or equivalent certification
- Professional assessment of training and experience by the Medical Director
What We Do
Methodist Hospitals is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Northwest Indiana. Its mission is to provide compassionate, quality health care to all those in need. The organization operates three campuses with 562 inpatient beds and employs 2,412 people, including 590 physicians and allied health professionals. It provides hospital and medical services while emphasizing patient care, physician practice, employee experience, and community health.
