Job Title: Medical Technologist Contract Duration: 6 Months Pay range: $62 - 78/hr Location: Olean, NY Work Type: Onsite, 2nd Shift 4-10 hour shifts, every other weekend/ EST Job Description: Medical Technologist is responsible for performing routine and non-routine activities pertaining to laboratory testing and the reporting of results. Performs moderately difficult to complex tasks. Performs assigned analytical testing procedures in an accurate, precise, and timely manner. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results; Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens; Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs). Review and release test results. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines. Medical Technologist adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performed; Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Follow the department’s procedure when reporting STATS or critical results to clients. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel. Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site. Maintain the general appearance of the department. Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates. Review/train on new procedures. Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings. Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment. If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections. Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of the work performed by this position. Job Qualifications: Education: BS in Medical Technology; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published on March 14, 1990. Work Experience: 1-year clinical experience (high complexity testing) is preferred. Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. Other: Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously. Must interact with other departments. Contact with clients may be required, but good customer service skills are important. Must protect patient confidentiality at all times. Benefits: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund About The Company: Leading provider of diagnostic information services empowering healthier lives. Leveraging the world's largest clinical lab database, we offer insights to identify and treat diseases, promote healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management. Serving millions of patients and healthcare providers worldwide, we're committed to a healthier world, inclusive care, and building value for all stakeholders. 24-16055: gttqst