Medical Technologist

Location

Not specified

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

May be needed for day or night shift; will be expected to have some on-call shifts.

Job Description

Under minimal supervision, the Medical Technologist applies advanced technical skills and seasoned judgment to independently provide a full range of sample test analyses and laboratory services in a hospital-based laboratory. This role involves performing CLIA defined high complexity testing and includes responsibilities that directly or indirectly affect the quality of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of testing, including high complexity testing and laboratory services.
• Evaluate, judge, and interpret test results for accuracy.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in patient results, collaborating with MLTs and LSTs to troubleshoot issues.
• Provide specialized expertise in microbiology, transfusion medicine, molecular biology, and infectious disease safety.
• Ensure sample suitability and perform patient specimen testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure quality control, and functionality of instruments.
• Assist the laboratory manager with staff training, competency evaluations, and process improvement activities.
• Write and coordinate the review and update of departmental procedures.
• Prepare the lab for inspection from regulatory institutions and assist in implementing CAP standards and CLIA regulations.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• One year of progressive clinical experience or one year of hospital internship subsequent to degree.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AMT), or equivalent certification.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!