MLT/MLS – Microbiology

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Range:

$28.70 - $41.70

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

• Minimum Pay $28.70/hr.
• Performs conventional, automated and molecular infectious disease testing methods . Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance.
• Performs all testing accurately within assigned section using computer linked automated electronic equipment and/or manual methodologies. Performs routine procedures requiring subjective analysis and consults with the technical supervisors and pathologists regarding atypical results.
• Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that care givers receive timely patient information.
• Performs statistical analysis relevant to analytical methodologies in use. Records appropriate workload statistics on a timely basis.
• Instructs student technicians and staff members as required. Counsels, advises, instructs, and provides technical guidance to staff members and/or students as required.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care when performing phlebotomy or other direct patient services.
• Prepares blood samples and body fluids for analysis taking measures to ensure the appropriateness of sample and identity of the patient.
• Uses knowledge of quality control methods in determining the acceptability of results. Takes corrective action to identify causes and to correct problems. Performs procedures and minor repairs relevant to the routine operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in their assigned sections. Meets established TATs during routine and heavy workflow; using good judgment and prioritizes tasks at hand.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in science related field or HEW certification as a medical technologist in lieu of BS degree. Completion of laboratory training program; ASCP certification preferred.
• Experience: Previous clinical laboratory employment.
• Knowledge and Skills: Familiarity with personal computers. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell
• Continuous physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 20 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)