Medical Technologist - Avita Pharmacy

The Medical Technologist is responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests defined as waived and moderate by the 1988 Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) in order to obtain data for use in medical diagnosis and treatment decision.  Also responsible for analyzing specimen, interprets, records testing results, and reports findings to designated personnel. 

This is a clinic-based position located in the midtown area of Atlanta, GA (2140 Peachtree Rd.)

No weekends or holidays! General work hours are Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 

About the Role:

• Review test results worksheets, QC records, proficiency testing results, and maintenance records.
• Ensure corrective actions and alerts are addressed and reported appropriately.
• Ensure proper specimen collection, handling, processing, and reporting.
• Manage Medical Laboratory Technicians as well as phlebotomists in coordination with laboratory leadership.
• Actively manages laboratory inventory, expiration dates, and demonstrates ability to evaluate consumables (reagent/supply) inventory to prevent shortages.
• Oversee, manage, and perform external proficiency testing, to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the process.
• Completes testing processes utilizing written policies, procedures, and other appropriate resources; identifies issues in policies or procedures, meets department TAT goals.
• Documents activities and results consistently, thoroughly, and legibly; proofreads and double checks own work to prevent harm or danger
• Evaluates data for accuracy and verifies any questionable findings with thorough investigation and appropriate follow-through.
• Performs pre-analytical (patient reception, sample collection, processing) and analytical procedures, demonstrates assessment of testing factors with regard to patient age and population specific groups. 
• Acts as a resource for staff training, development, and competency assessment.
• Utilizes all office equipment, lab instruments, products, and other tools per manufacturers and training instructions 
• Maintain track of inventory expiration dates and demonstrates ability to evaluate consumables (reagent/supply) inventory to prevent shortages; alerts ordering personnel.
• Performs equipment management by eliminating defective equipment from use, documents problem, and notifies appropriate personnel for repair; verifies equipment inspections are up-to-date. Follows through on problem resolution.
• Completes and assesses QC performance, proficiency testing, test validation/calibration/linearity with indicated corrective action and resolution as needed.

About You:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or equivalent
• Certified by ASCP, AMT, AAB or meets requirements of GDHR for MLT
• Minimum of 2 year's hospital or clinical laboratory experience preferred
• Familiarity with eClinicalWorks and LabDAQ preferred
• Experienced with Infectious Diseases a plus
• Strong MS Office computer skills with the ability to type 30+ wpm 
• Proficient in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to producing accurate work in a timely, efficient manner
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment
• Proactively identify problems and provide effective solutions if/when appropriate
• Must have a positive attitude, be energetic and flexible, have excellent phone etiquette, and provide exceptional customer service 

At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all. We’re committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care. Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. 

Pay range: $57,600 - $68,000 per year, based on credentials and geographic location.

Avita Care Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package:

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible team members and their families, along with additional company paid and voluntary benefit offerings.

Six company paid holidays and three personal floating holidays, paid time off (PTO), paid leaves - two weeks paid parental leave, bereavement, sick leave, time to vote and jury duty, award recognition program, professional learning and development opportunities.

Company paid benefits – basic life and AD&D, Maven and Health Care Advocate Work/Life Balance Program, health/dependent flexible spending.

Voluntary benefits – long and short-term disability, pet insurance, legal, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, whole and supplementary life insurance, identity theft protection, 401(K) retirement savings plan with company match.

All benefits are subject to the applicable plan term