• Medical Technologist

    Novant Health (Wilmington, NC)


    What We Offer

     

    Bring your passion for patient care to Novant Health, where innovation, compassion, and teamwork drive everything we do. As a Medical Technologist, you'll offer precise laboratory testing and analysis that provide critical information for diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment.

    What You'll Do

    + Conducting and interpreting a wide range of laboratory tests.

    + Operating and maintaining sophisticated lab equipment and instruments.

    + Ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results through quality control procedures.

    + Identifying microorganisms, matching blood for transfusions, and measuring chemical levels in the body.

    + Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide essential diagnostic information.

    What We're Looking For

    + Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science or equivalent required. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program preferred.

    + Experience: One year experience as laboratory tech. (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement) preferred.

    + Licensure/certification/registration: Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB) or AMT - MT required. MT/MLS preferred. ** 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) required.

    + Additional skills required: New graduates must obtain certification within 12months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment. All individuals who are newly 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 newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006 must participate and maintain MT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

     

    Why Choose Novant Health?

     

    We’re building belonging where an inclusive culture with teamwork and compassion lead the way. Our mission is to deliver remarkable care - and that starts with remarkable people. If you’re ready to grow in a purpose-driven organization, apply today.

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    120544