Medical Technologist - Point of Care Testing

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Job Role Summary

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assists the Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator with quality audits to ensure that Point of Care Tests meet or exceed standards established by all applicable regulatory agencies.
• Is a technical resource for nursing and medical staff with identification, evaluation, review and troubleshooting of all Point of Care Testing issues and concerns.
• Performs or oversees repairs/maintenance on POCT equipment.
• Performs and documents supply inventory, instrumentation calibration, methodology comparisons, reagent validation and maintenance following established procedures and policies.
• Serves as a mentor/teacher for others using respectful and effective communication and identifies and solves problems independently.
• Functions as a self-starter, arrives to work on time and on scheduled days, begins work promptly and balances multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Manages time effectively and efficiently completes work assignments through prioritization and organization.
• Is able to represent the Point of Care Testing section in the absence of the POCT Coordinator.
• Performs other job duties as assigned (examples include but are not limited to: training students, assisting in method validation and implementation of new test systems

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science from an accredited U.S. college or university. Foreign degrees must be officially assessed to determine U.S. equivalency.
• Current coursework toward a BS may be considered (must have at least 3 years complete and BS must be obtained within 18 months). ASCP or other certification preferred
• 2 years' experience in a clinical laboratory