Medical Technologist, Registered, Blood Bank, 2nd shift

Department:

60908 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Lab: Blood Bank

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Varies

Pay Range

$30.15 - $45.25

JOB SUMMARY: As a medical technologist, you will analyze blood, urine, and bone marrow and body fluid specimens in order to provide data that helps our physicians determine the best treatment for their patient. Automated and manual techniques are routinely used to properly evaluate samples in patients with a wide range of clinical conditions. Testing responsibilities include moderate and high complexity assays which are performed in compliance with accrediting organizations as well as departmental policies and procedures. The technologist will evaluate results, troubleshoot and dispense blood products in compliance with protocols, procedures and regulatory agencies. The medical technologist may be required to evaluate results, troubleshoot, and assist in developing new test methods.

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we take pride in offering a dynamic and fulfilling work environment for our Medical Technologist. Joining our team means becoming an essential part of a leading healthcare institution that is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical research.

Position Highlights:

• Shift Schedule: Full time (40 hours), 3rd Shift
• Department: Blood Bank Laboratory
• Location: Winston Salem Medical Center

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage:Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentives:Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program
• Education:Eligible for ourPrepaid College Tuition Assistanceprogram (up to $5,250/year)!
• Parental Benefits:Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify:

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of a Medical Technologist program.
• Eligible for Medical Technologist certification (ASCP) or equivalent certification.
• Previous experience as Medical Technologist preferred.
• Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP or equivalent, Required.
• Successful completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Perform and provide accurate laboratory test results on human patients.
• Prepare and issue blood components for patient transfusions.
• Assist in the collection and transport of patient samples from the clinics to laboratory sections.
• Requisition and maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Supervise, train, and review the work of students and lower-level technicians. Engage in clinical laboratory work.
• Operate complex specialized laboratory instruments; instruct other personnel in the use and operation of these instruments.

All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004 must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006 must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family bene