Medical Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

???? Location: Greenville, NC
???? Organization: Physicians East

Are you passionate about precision, patient care, and laboratory science? Physicians East is seeking a skilled and motivated Medical Technologist to join our high-performing Clinical Laboratory team in Greenville, NC. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

As a Medical Technologist at Physicians East, you will play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely diagnostic results that directly impact patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing quality control testing , calibrations , and routine maintenance on laboratory analyzers.
• Conducting clinical testing on patient samples with precision and care.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting of results.
• Applying your knowledge of clinical laboratory processes and procedures to maintain high standards.
• Supporting and enhancing quality assurance measures to ensure compliance and excellence.

We’re searching for a candidate who brings both technical expertise and a collaborative spirit. Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory setting.
• Strong understanding of laboratory protocols , instruments, and regulatory standards.
• A detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with quality assurance practices is highly preferred.

At Physicians East, we believe in empowering our team members to grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of our patients. You’ll be part of a supportive, innovative, and mission-driven organization that values your contributions and encourages your development.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a team that values excellence and compassion, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with Physicians East.

GENERAL DUTIES: (This list may not include all duties assigned)

• Prepare bone marrow aspirates and biopsies for analysis, as well as fine needle aspirates per procedure manual.
• Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results for the following instruments/tests:

Hematology

• Sysmex XN2000

• Sysmex CA660

• Iricell

• Wet Prep and KOH Prep

• Semen Analysis

• Manual Differentials

• Sedimat

• Urine Microscopics

• Microbiology

• Reading Urine and Throat Culture Testing

• MIC set up and processing on Beckman Walkaway 1096

• Hemoccult Card

• Developing Rapid Kit Testing: HCG, Strep, Mono, Flu, H. Pylori, SARS Ag

• Chemistry

• Siemens Atellica

• Piccolo

• AVL Opti CCA

• Theratest DSX

• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples for procedures described in #2 above.
• Adhere to quality assurance policies, corrective action policies and preventive maintenance policies for procedures described above.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Immediately notify technical supervisor when identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance if problem cannot be corrected.

• Perform equipment maintenance, calibration, and quality control. Maintain log sheets for equipment maintenance.
• Perform processes in Orchard LIS necessary for job duties.
• Print and review Levey- Jennings graphs and quality control results from the LIS or analyzer
• Perform paperwork necessary for departmental requirements.
• Perform review of pending orders daily to ensure all samples have been received and processed.

• Contact providers and/or clinical staff with abnormal/critical results based on policy guidelines.
• Review Critical Results report daily to ensure notification of all critical lab values
• Develop an open line of communication with coworkers and manager
• Prepare blood and urine specimens to be sent out to reference labs.
• Perform specimen processing duties when necessary.

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion. Put away supplies upon receipt.

• Keep biohazard trash at an acceptable level. Assist with monitoring inventory of supplies.

• Attend safety classes and other continuing education classes as offered by Physicians East.
• Perform continuing education yearly as required by Physicians East.
• Maintain proficiency in using the LIS and EMR as required by Physicians East.
• Additional duties not outlined here may be required as needed.

Candidate requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or related field with ASCP or NCS certification required. Two or more years of experience in all clinical areas of the laboratory preferred.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Physicians East, P.A.is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity, which includes status as a transgender individual), national origin or ancestry, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information (including family medical history), physical or mental disability, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities during the application process and/or at the time of employment. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources Department as early as possible in the application/employment process.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.