Medical Laboratory Technologist at The Fountain Group

Hello, 

This is ShivaRaj from The Fountain Group, we are currently seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­New Haven, CT. Details for the position are as follows:

Pay: $29-30/hr.
Monday - Friday: Standar shift

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for performing routine and special clinical laboratory testing using automated, semi-automated and/or manual methods and equipment, coordinating and organizing assigned laboratory Chemistry section.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The major duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Performs training as assigned.
• Perform all routine and clinical chemistry, and other tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures. Roche Chemistry instrument experience preferred.
• Develop skills in new methods, instruments, and technologies implemented.
• Perform all quality control checks (monitor trends) on instruments, reagents, and techniques, maintain quality control and calibration data.
• Prepare and check reagents and supplies. Perform calculations for work solutions or other calculations as required during experimental procedures.
• Perform and document required routine maintenance of laboratory instruments.
• Maintain the inventory of and order laboratory supplies including notifying instrument key operators of upcoming reagent/supply needs.
• Shipping and/or receiving specimens as required.
• Perform safety inspection of laboratories and surrounding area as assigned and prepare report.
• Train and/or mentor personnel in laboratory procedures as assigned.
• Recognize and correct any improperly functioning instruments or inaccurate test procedures in timely fashion by following through and communicating with other personnel.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas per SOP.
• Be flexible with the schedule to cover in advertent times that subjects/volunteers arrive for visits, check-ins, and discharges late.
• Open communication with other departments in the building
• Work as a team with Lab staff and CRU staff
• Be able to function autonomously.
• Perform critical problem solving

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
An associate degree in medical technology is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent. MT or MLT (ASCP or equivalent) certification required. Minimum of one year of laboratory experience performing either clinical chemistry, hematology, immunoassay, coagulation, and/or urine analyses. Two to three years' experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized; easily manage multiple studies simultaneously.
• Can work independently but enjoys working as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to take on new challenges.
• Change agile.
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills; enjoys fast-paced, varied work.
• Ability to work beyond normal work hours and weekend availability required.
• Ability to perform and record data entry via computer systems while conducting timed clinical procedures.
• Must possess skills necessary for sample processing and handling.
• Basic working knowledge of laboratory information system (Cerner) and computer software such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.