MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST STUDENT Allied Health Hours: 3p - 8p As Needed - PRN (As needed) Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: OH 2013-70 - 40225A
Job Summary Performs moderately complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures. Maintains and calibrates equipment. # Job Responsibilities Performs clinical laboratory tests according to established procedures of verification, processing, testing, and reporting after consultation with technologists or technicians. Performs the pertinent quality control procedures to validate test results according to established standards, consults with medical technologists and medical lab technicians, and records results appropriately with approval. Performs preventive maintenance and monitoring of all equipment to ensure that it is working properly and maintains related records following technologist/technician approval. Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. Provides clerical support as necessary. Maintains adequate supply inventories by rotating stock, checking for expiration dates, and ordering replacement stock. Performs venipuncture on patients of all age groups and other specimen collection using proper therapeutic skills and according to procedures. Qualifications High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire AND A minimum of 3 years# college level education in science related field required upon hire No experience required No licensure/certification/registration required Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Physical Demands Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.