Per Diem / PRN Medical Technologist - $27+ per hour at North Mississippi Health Services summary:
The Medical Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for specimen processing, workflow coordination, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role includes effective communication with patients and staff, as well as training new employees and participating in continuing education. The position is per diem, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology and certification within the specified time frame.
North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a per diem / prn Medical Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Pontotoc, Mississippi.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Medical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Per Diem
**Supervision:**
* Coordinates work flow of phlebotomists in Specimen Processing area
* Serves as Charge Medical Technologist (MT) in absence of supervisor or Lead MT
**Distribution and Transportation:**
* Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens
* Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens
**Specimen Handling & Processing:**
* Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
* Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens
**Communication:**
* Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers
**Customer Service**
* Uses AIDET as applicable
* Attends CARES training.
* When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers.
* Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner
**Employee Relations:**
* Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees
**Reporting/Recordkeeping:**
* Assures department testing, applicable to their area, is reported in an accurate and timely manner
* Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives
* Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control
**Education:**
* Assists with training of students and new employees
* Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills
* Stays abreast of regulatory changes
**Regulation**:
* Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
* Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues
Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)
standards
Job Knowledge:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological Science or related field; required
* ASCP Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, required within 12 months after incumbent’s graduation form an accredited Medical Technology Program. NOTE: If ASCP certification has recently lapsed, employee will have 90 days to complete continuing education and recertification requirements.
* Valid Mississippi Driver’s License and acceptable driving record/history; preferred
* Proficient skills with LIS; required
* Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
North Mississippi Health Services Job ID #2232-000805. Posted job title: Medical Technologist, Prn, Variable Shifts, Nmmc-Pontotoc
About North Mississippi Health Services
At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind and inspires you to be the “you” you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives and your passions – and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. Most of all, we believe in helping you leverage and connect your personal passion with a much greater purpose. We’re committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate “why” – our patients.
With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women’s and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.
Keywords:
Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Science, Specimen Processing, Laboratory Standards, Patient Communication, AIDET, Medical Laboratory Certification, Healthcare, Per Diem, Mississippi