Job Description

Up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus available.

 

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (GENERALIST)

 

Make a genuine difference in healthcare as an Allied Health professional at Northwest Health. Our Allied Health team is a diverse group of professionals who provide essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative services across our five hospitals, urgent care, and primary care locations. We believe in investing in our team members' futures. So whether you're just starting out or looking to continue your healthcare career, we provide that path. With opportunities for career advancement and continuing education, we're committed to helping you make Northwest Health a long-term career goal.

About Northwest Health

Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in America—a perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm.  If you aren’t local and haven’t already discovered this, check out www.northwestarkansas.org to see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live.

 

 Top Reasons to Join NORTHWEST AR:

• Immediate Health Insurance Coverage

• Great benefits such as: Educational Reimbursement, 401K, Sofi Program

• Career growth and advancement potential 

• Incidental pay 

• High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny ARKANSAS

 

Job Summary 

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed. 

Essential Functions

Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation. Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary. Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures. Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed. Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan. Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues. Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance. Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs. Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required or Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required 0-2 years acute care experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments. Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet testing deadlines. Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff. Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

Licenses and Certifications

ASCP - Medical Technologist preferred or Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT preferred or CLS-L - Clinical Lab Scientist License preferred

 

 

INDLABPHARM 

To apply, please email katelyne_nwakanma@chs.net