Medical Technologist (Iraq)

Company Description

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description

International SOS is looking for an individual who is an experienced Medical Technologist to perform complex laboratory tests and analysis to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results. They utilize advanced laboratory techniques and equipment to provide critical data for patient care and medical decision-making. 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests and procedures to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. 
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results. 
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments to ensure they are functioning properly. 
• Analyse biological samples, including blood, urine, and tissue, using advanced laboratory techniques. 
• Interpret test results and provide detailed reports to healthcare providers for clinical decision-making. 
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all tests, procedures, and results. 
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment. 
• Identify and resolve technical issues with laboratory equipment or testing procedures. 
• Work closely with other laboratory personnel and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care. 
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in laboratory science and technology through ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:  

• Certification or licensure as a medical technologist obtained through a nationally recognized accrediting agency or state licensing body is a good indication that the quality of experience is acceptable. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 

Education Required: 

• A bachelor's or graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics, and successful completion of a medical laboratory scientist/clinical laboratory science test program accredited by the national accrediting agency for clinical laboratory sciences an (NAACLS) or a crediting body recognized by the US Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained or
• A full 4-year course of study that included 12 months in a college or hospital based medical technology program or medical technology school approved by a recognized accrediting organization.  The professional medical technology curriculum must have consisted of a one-year post bachelor certificate or the last one to two years of a four-year program culminating a bachelor's and a medical technology or 
• A bachelor's or graduate higher-level degree from an accredited college/university including 16 semester hours a biological science 16 semester hours of chemistry and 1 semester of mathematics and five years of full-time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and immunology. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. 
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lb