Medical Technologist

International SOS Government Medical Services • Danville, IL, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 4w ago

Job Description

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below:

The Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for supporting all medical laboratory functions. This includes performing advanced testing on blood, tissue, urine, stool, amniotic fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body specimens in a lab. They operate and maintain equipment to examine these samples, ensuring precise and timely results. The Medical Laboratory Supervisor will handle the advanced testing, quality control, troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and advanced laboratory functions.

B. Key Responsibilities

Perform a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology according to established protocols.
Evaluate the suitability of the specimen for analysis, requesting new specimens if determined to be unusable. Prepare specimens for analysis; requesting new specimens if physiological states of the specimen properties are maintained.
Select, perform, evaluate, and monitor the performance of test procedures using manual and/or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols. Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction; locate and implement corrections.
Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintain proper records for quality control reports.
Calibrate, standardize, adjust and maintain instruments on which trained. Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs.
Evaluate the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures; correlate quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history medications) to verify results.
Perform additional tests to clarify or confirm abnormal patient results. Recognize abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and report them directly.
Generate laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system.
Edit and verify results recorded into the computer system.
Stock and maintain specialized supplies used in the work area.
Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package for house testing or send outs to reference laboratories.
Perform phlebotomy to obtain patient specimens for laboratory testing including blood cultures and compatibility samples.

C. Job Profile

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

Must possess certification/registration as determined by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT).
Full and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS). Certifications must be obtained or issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), an organization recognized by the AHA, or Military Training Network (MTN) and maintained during the contract.
Proficiency in the use of the Veterans Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) is preferred.
Must possess at least one year of experience within the last five years.

Education Required:

Must have earned a bachelor's degree.
Must have graduated from a medical technology program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS).

Physical Requirements:

Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
May require bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to relocate to project site for the duration of the contract.
Proficient in written and spoken English.
Computer literate as patient documentation is directly inputted in the patient’s medical record.
Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Benefits:

Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Application Requirements:

Copy of resume
Copy of ASCP certification
Copy of bachelor's degree
Copy of BLS
Proof of NAACLS Accreditation for Medical Technology Program
3 references

International SOS Government Medical Service is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time