Medical Technologist

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, plus one (1) year of experience in a field related to working in a clinical laboratory.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Certification as a Medical Technologist by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists ( ASCP ) or the National Certification Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel ( NCA ) or other recognized association.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:
This position is in a fast paced, high volume stat lab located in the STD Clinic. Processing for rapid HIV , syphilis ( RPR ), gram stains, wet preps/ KOH , urinalysis and various miscellaneous tests. Also, processing samples for send out reference labs including Clinical Pathology Lab ( CPL ), Oxford Lab and Center for Disease Detection ( CDD ). Data entry is required for this position in the electronic health record system eClinicalWorks.

Sign-On Bonus (*For those meeting eligibility requirements):
This position is eligible for an APH Sign-On Bonus.

• Immediately upon hire - $500
• Complete 1 year of service with APH - $1000
• Complete 2 years of service with APH - $1500

If you are selected to Interview:

• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

APH Information:

• This position supports Austin Public Health's Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health's website .

Immunization Requirement:

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department's immunization policy.

Regarding your Application:

• A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position. The application and resume must include dates (month and year) for each job history entry. In addition, the resume information must match the information on the application.
• Please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications when responding to the supplemental questions on the application.
• Work experience listed must include month, year and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

Phlebotomy experience with pediatric clients, adult clients, and clients who inject drugs

Experience with electronic health record system and data entry

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Assists in evaluating new methods and procedures and in writing new procedures for newly implemented tests.

Prepares specimens for analysis.

Logs all tests performed. Performs clinical lab tests in some or all of the following areas following established procedures: chemistry, microbiology, hematology, blood typing, and matching. Performs tests including blood counts and differential, blood chemistry stat, therapeutic drug monitoring, urinalysis stat, blood coagulation, toxicology stat, inoculating media, and gram stain readings etc.

Performs quality checks on tests and instruments. Breaks down instruments for repairs and maintenance.

Records test results.

Communicates with patients, doctors, nurses, and other health care workers.

Collects blood specimens from patients.

Assists in evaluating new methods and procedures and in writing new procedures for newly implemented tests.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of a wide variety of clinical test procedures.
• Knowledge of the equipment and reagents used in the laboratory.
• Knowledge of safety practices when working with body fluids.
• Skill in the performance of a variety of clinical lab tests.
• Skill in communicating with and assisting less experienced lab personnel.
• Skill in documenting and communicating test results.
• Skill in working quickly and effectively and in setting priorities.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with health care staff, physicians, patients, and the general public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.