Medical Technologist

Aspire Medical Staffing is excited to announce an opening for a skilled Medical Technologist to be part of our dedicated team at the Alvin C. York campus of the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System . As a Medical Technologist, you will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests that are critical for accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.

Your role will include managing laboratory equipment, conducting tests, maintaining quality control standards, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely and precise lab results. You are expected to demonstrate a high level of expertise, professionalism, and compassion while delivering exceptional care.

Join us at Aspire Medical Staffing, where you can contribute your expertise in a supportive and dynamic environment focused on patient-centered care.

Location:

Alvin C. York Campus

3400 Lebanon Pike

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Work Schedule: 8:00am4:30pm MondayFriday (no weekends or holidays)

Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field, including completion of an accredited medical technology program.
• Certification: National certification from a recognized body such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) .
• BLS Certification: Current certification in Basic Life Support.
• Experience: At least two years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting
• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accuracy and precision in high-stress environments.
• Duties:
• Duties include but are not limited to:
• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technologist occupation. In addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Diagnosis's deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.
• Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biohazardous/personal safety and biohazardous/personal security in the workplace.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.
• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others).
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree