Senior Technologist DOW at Beacon Health System – Dowagiac , Michigan

Performs routine and moderate to complex tests and analyses according to established procedures in designated technical department. Evaluates new procedures or methods under direct supervision of department supervisor or group leader. Assists in training and orientation of personnel as assigned.

Administrative:

• Answer telephones, maintain logs/records, organizational skills, proficiency with numbers, research information, time management, train employees, use computerized databases, written and verbal communications.

Machine:

• Personal computer.

License/Certification/Education:

• This position requires a Medical Technologist Degree or equivalent and city/state licenses or permits to qualify as a Technologist w/4+ years of experience in a Clinical Laboratory. Must meet CLIA requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Possible exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens; regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases; must comply with applicable safety procedures.
• Speech clarity, utilization of fingers and hands, standing-remaining on one�s feet in an upright position, sitting-remaining in the normal seated position, handling-seizing, holding, grasping.
• (Hazardous Chemical Waste Management) Proper identification of known hazardous material in the workplace. The knowledge of personal protection measures. The avoidance of accidents. The knowledge of hazardous waste characteristics, hazardous waste volume generation limits, accumulation limits, spill control measures, record keeping, proper handling and container management, labeling, container and storage inspection.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate physical effort (up to 30 pounds); must comply with applicable safety procedures. Additional job duty (as assigned).