What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist, Microbiology position at VHC Health?
Job Detail
Keywords: Medical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Lab Technician
Overview
Lead Medical Technologist - Microbiology
Come join a top rated hospital! At VHC Health, our staff exceeds expectations by performing at the top-level of the profession. We are looking for an outstanding Lead Microbiology Medical Technologist/Lab Technician to join our dynamic hospital. The Lead Medical Technologist is responsible for performing all procedures on a rotation basis in the clinical department on a diverse age population. Responsible to comply with and enforce all safety and infection control policies, procedures, and regulations. Responsible for Supervisory activities when Division Head is absent or in need of assistance.
Join our team and unlock your potential!
VHC Health is a 453-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in Best Hospitals in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required and/or completion of training in Medical Technology required.
- Minimum of five years experience in Microbiology.
- Two years of Supervisory experience required.
- MT(ASCP)Certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Same responsibilities and tasks as Medical Technologist.
- Performs bench work in all areas of clinical department.
- Acts as liaison between Medical Technologists and Division Head.
- Keeps clinical department personnel informed of Laboratory policies.
- Assumes the responsibility of the Division Head when the latter is absent.
- Maintains checks on daily quality control and preventative maintenance.
- Is able to perform all tests within clinical department accurately and precisely.
- Handles technical matters within the clinical department.
- Assists in performing administrative work related to the clinical department, i.e. budget projections, capital equipment purchases, etc.
Benefits
- Paid Major Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation
- Sick Time
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Undergraduate Student Loan Repayment
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
- Employee Wellness Benefits
- Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
- VHC Retirement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free onsite parking
- Commuter Benefits
- Career Coaching
- Family Leave
- 401(k) Match
- and much more!
