Medical Lab Technician Job Summary & Qualifications: Performs specimen collection, patient testing functions and related tasks in order to ensure accurate and efficient reporting of laboratory data. Responsible for accurate reporting of test results; identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving problems, instrument maintenance; documentation of problems and following safe laboratory practices. Participates in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.
Qualifications:
Associate degree-Medical Laboratory Technician with approved internship
ASCP certification or equivalent, or registry eligible.
Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete Board of Registry ASCP examination within first 12 months of employment
Skills Needed:
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to work closely with others and possess solid interpersonal and communication skills
Candidate must be capable of working in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment.
Ability to be effective in a diverse work group.
Ability to work in a rapidly changing work unit.
Ability to work independently on off-shifts.
Ability to handle stress of producing accurate results under time constraints.
Ability to accommodate schedule adjustments, as well as off-shift and weekend assignments as workload dictates.
Basic computer knowledge including keyboarding skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and render decisions.
Proficiency in use of laboratory equipment and testing.
Medical Technologist Job Summary & Qualifications:
Performs specimen collection, patient testing functions and related tasks in order to ensure accurate and efficient reporting of laboratory data. Responsible for accurate reporting of test results; identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving problems, instrument maintenance; documentation of problems and following safe laboratory practices. Participates in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, or health related field, or HEW-MT
Completion of a clinical laboratory internship
Successful completion of ASCP registry examination or registry eligible
Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete Board of Registry ASCP examination within first 12 months of employment
Skills Needed:
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to work closely with others and possess solid interpersonal and communication skills
Candidate must be capable of working in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment.
Ability to be effective in a diverse work group.
Ability to work in a rapidly changing work unit.
Ability to work independently on off-shifts.
Ability to handle the stress of producing accurate results under time constraints.
Ability to accommodate schedule adjustments, as well as off-shift and weekend assignments as workload dictates.
Basic computer knowledge including keyboarding skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and render decisions.
Proficiency in use of laboratory equipment and testing.
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
Nestled in the western piedmont wine country of North Carolina, Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital has provided high quality medical care for residents over a distinguished 75-year history. A private, not-for-profit hospital, HCMH employs more than 840, and is served by more than 70 physicians representing 26 specialties or subspecialties.
Come enjoy all of the benefits of Elkin - mild winters, centrally located near Winston-Salem & Charlotte, low cost of living, superior schools and the charm of our Blue Ridge Foothills community.
We pride ourselves on the high quality of care we provide our patients. HCMH offers the entire continuum of care without having to work at a large tertiary medical center. And we are growing!
