Medical Technologist

Job description:

Pulse Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Technologist to join a leading healthcare organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional who is passionate about delivering accurate, timely diagnostic results while providing exceptional support to physicians and patient care teams. The ideal candidate is highly organized, quality-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

Responsibilities Laboratory Testing & Patient Care

• Perform routine, complex, and specialized laboratory testing in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Verify specimen integrity, patient identification, and test orders prior to processing.
• Analyze and interpret test results, recognizing abnormal findings and initiating appropriate troubleshooting procedures.
• Prioritize workload to ensure timely completion of routine, STAT, and emergency testing.
• Provide age-appropriate testing and accurately report results using established reference ranges.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter patient results into the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Communicate critical values, specimen issues, and quality concerns promptly to supervisors and healthcare providers.
• Assist colleagues with specimen troubleshooting and workload management to maintain turnaround times.

Quality Assurance & Equipment Maintenance

• Perform and document daily quality control procedures in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance, calibration, and performance verification of laboratory instrumentation.
• Monitor refrigerators, freezers, and laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with temperature and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment and reagent issues and escalate concerns to leadership as appropriate.
• Participate in validation of new instruments, procedures, and laboratory processes.
• Maintain accurate quality control, maintenance, and regulatory documentation.

Inventory Management

• Monitor laboratory inventory and order supplies to maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Inspect incoming supplies and reagents for quality and expiration dates.
• Remove and properly dispose of expired, damaged, or unsuitable materials in accordance with laboratory policies.

Education & Team Collaboration

• Train and mentor new employees, students, and laboratory staff.
• Participate in continuing education, competency assessments, and departmental in-service programs.
• Collaborate effectively with pathologists, physicians, nurses, and fellow laboratory professionals to provide high-quality patient care.
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment while maintaining excellent communication and professionalism.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as lead or charge technologist in the absence of supervisory staff when assigned.
• Participate in proficiency testing and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, OSHA regulations, CAP/CLIA standards, infection prevention guidelines, and all laboratory safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field.
• Current certification as an MLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), AMT, or equivalent preferred (or as required by state regulations).
• Minimum of 2 years of recent clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures, instrumentation, quality control, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience performing testing in one or more laboratory disciplines, including Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Blood Bank, or Immunology.
• Proficiency with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and computerized documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Why Join Pulse Staffing?

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities with leading healthcare organizations
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Professional growth and continuing education opportunities
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care every day

If you are a dedicated Medical Technologist who is passionate about laboratory excellence and providing accurate, high-quality diagnostic results, we encourage you to apply today!