Medical Technologist

Description-

Med Tech

The day-to-day duties of a medical technologist include complex analysis of microscopic, immunologic, biologic, bacteriologic, hematologic, and chemical tests and their results. The specific job duties of a medical technologist will vary based on specialization and on the specific needs of the hospital. Some tasks that a medical technologist might be asked to perform could include:

Preparing cultures of tissue samples

Establishing and monitoring programs that ensure data accuracy

Microscopically examining slides of bodily fluids

Cross-matching blood for transfusions

Chemically analysing blood or urine for toxic components

Analysing lab reports for accuracy

Operating and calibrating equipment

Delivering test results to physicians, researchers, or patients

Collecting and studying blood samples to determine morphology

Communicating with doctors and other medical professionals about required tests

Performing blood tests and other routine medical tests on patients

In cases of patient contact, performing first aid as needed

Licensure/Certification/Registration Requirements:  

ASCP certification preferred but not required.  

Required Experience: 

2 years of Acute Med Tech Experience   




Additional Info - 

Med Tech (Laboratory) 40hrs. Eves ***

1. Unit Name: LAB – Med Tech.

2. Shift: Eves, 3:00pm to 11:30pm. 3rd Weekend & Holiday Rotations required.

3. Brief Unit Description:

Generalist Lab Technologist working in all areas of lab.

4. Years of Experience Required: 5+yrs of experience preferred.

5. Skill Sets Required: Working knowledge and experience in CLIA laboratory performing high complexity testing, LIS systems (preferably, communication skills).

6. Patient Population: Salem Hospital Inpatient and Outreach.

7. Bed Count: 200.

8. EMR (Charting System): EPIC.

9. Certifications Required: Medical Technologist Certification (ASCP, NCA, AMT, HEW)