Medical Technologist

Job Purpose: 

Performs a variety of complex and routine clinical laboratory tests to obtain data used for diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients. Ensures accuracy, validity, and timely reporting of test results while adhering to quality control standards and regulatory requirements. Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment, troubleshoots issues, and contributes to a safe, efficient, and compliant laboratory environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duty

Percent of Time

Accurately and precisely perform, prepare, and report laboratory tests for both internal and external laboratory tests 

25%

Resolve outstanding specimen issues and ensure appropriate documentation within patient charts 

25%

Maintain and trouble shoot all laboratory equipment, including analyzers, when appropriate 

20%

Ensure quality control procedures are in place and followed for result accuracy and reliability 

10%

Communicate with internal partners to ensure information is provided in timely and accurate manner 

10%

Assists with pediatric patient specimen collection 

5%

Other duties as assigned

5%

Qualifications:  

Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent degree with credit hours meeting ASCP registry eligibility standards. 

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of experience as a generalist in an CLIA certified laboratory required; Pediatric Phlebotomy Experience Preferred 

License/Certification/Credential:

ASCP Certification is Required  

Our work begins where we are all equal - at the heart.

Bethany Children’s Health Center (formerly The Children’s Center Rehabilitation Hospital) located in Bethany, Oklahoma is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The ACHC accredited hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient’s physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home.

In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence. BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs. Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships. 

**Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization’s positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows Bethany Children’s Health Center to refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana eve