Medical Technologist
- UNC Health
- Kinston, NC, USA
Job Description
Job Description
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary:
Performs Laboratory procedures and tests in a prompt, accurate and reliable manner, according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
The Medical Technologist provides accurate and timely laboratory services for the patients, nursing staff and medical staff of the hospital, as well as outside agencies affiliated to the hospital such as home health agencies, nursing homes, and physician offices.
Other information:
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Associates of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or 60 semester hours of college credit including classes in chemistry and biology and a one-year curriculum in clinical laboratory techniques or a twelve-month military medical laboratory- training program.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Two years is preferred.
LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION
Registry is preferred by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or by an equivalent agency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
Moderate proficiency in phlebotomy at all age levels. Computer literate. Strong communication, cooperation and teamwork skills. Customer focused.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Due to indirect or direct contact, you may be at risk for exposure to tuberculosis, blood borne pathogens (which include HIV and Hepatitis B), and/or other potential infectious diseases. Exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals. Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning). Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction and stress.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Working and standing throughout shift. Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 25 pounds. Responsible for lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying objects. Moderate level of manual and finger dexterity. High color discrimination.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Laboratory
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: LENOIR MEM
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Who We Are
UNC Health is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. With 15 hospitals across the state, UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named Forbes’ top-ranked healthcare system employer for women in the entire Southeast, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.
UNC Health and our 40,000 employees, continue to serve as North Carolina’s Health Care System, caring for patients from all 100 counties and beyond our borders. We continue to leverage the world-class research conducted in the UNC School of Medicine, translating that innovation into life-saving and life-changing therapies, procedures, and techniques for the patients who rely on us.
UNC Health for Me
Learn how UNC Health is supporting teammates, both personally and professionally, throughout their journey with UNC Health. UNC Health for Me is UNC Health's commitment to teammates from recruitment to retirement that includes ways we welcome, engage, develop, care for, include, and value our teammates. As part of our ONE UNC Health initiative, UNC Health for Me employs strategies to strengthen our world-class team and ensure we achieve our mission. Watch the video below to learn more!