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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Medical Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePoplar Bluff, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemical Science, Physical Science, Biological Science, or Clinical Laboratory Science is required, or a passing score on the HHS (HEW)-approved Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination is required.
  • Zero to two years of acute care experience is required.
  • A current ASCP Medical Technologist, AMT Medical Laboratory Technologist, or AAB Medical Laboratory Technologist certification is required.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
  • Ability to use laboratory information systems and maintain accurate records.
  • Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and specialized moderate- and high-complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens accurately and efficiently, and report results promptly with appropriate documentation.
  • Follow quality control procedures, perform required checks, analyze data, troubleshoot out-of-range results, and take corrective actions as needed.
  • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventive maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
  • Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, take corrective action, or notify appropriate personnel or the manufacturer as needed.
  • Follow safety regulations, including use of personal protective equipment and the Laboratory Safety Plan.
  • Communicate updates to peers, supervisors, and healthcare staff about unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
  • Assist with proficiency testing and collect data required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
  • Collect chain-of-custody urine drug screens and perform phlebotomy as needed to support patient care.
  • Collaborate with team members to complete shift duties and department responsibilities efficiently and accurately.
  • Teach new employees and students as needed.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
1985

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