Medical Technologist: Flow Cytometry Lead - Mercy Medical Center
Baltimore, MD 21202
About the Job
Medical Technologist III- Flow Cytometry Lead - $5000 Sign-On Bonus
Full Time – Regular
8 am - 4:30 pm
40 hours/week
Weekend and holiday rotation required
Embark on a thrilling career journey as a Medical Technologist III - Flow Cytometry Lead at our newest state-of-the-art clinical laboratory! As our Flow Cytometry Lead, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, spearheading the creation and development of our new flow cytometry lab from the ground up. You'll have the unique opportunity to design workflows, establish protocols, and shape the future of our laboratory.
In this pivotal role, you'll guide and support our dedicated laboratory team in analyzing patient samples, ensuring precision and efficiency in all testing processes. Your collaboration with fellow staff, vendors, and management will maintain regulatory compliance and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
If you're a passionate professional dedicated to advancing healthcare through precise and reliable laboratory testing, we want to hear from you! Join us and make a significant impact in the world of medical technology.
Apply now and be part of our exciting journey!
Join the Mercy Medical Center, recognized as a 'Best Midsize Employer' by Forbes Magazine for consecutive years and honored as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, alongside being acclaimed among the Greatest Workplaces for Women. Become a part of our close-knit family of compassionate medical professionals! Military veterans are warmly welcomed to apply. Working at Mercy is More than a Job: We are a Family & a Way of Life.
Responsibilities:
Beyond these critical functions, you will ensure compliance with various regulatory bodies (CAP, CLIA, etc.). You'll write procedures and design workflows and forms, including those for training, maintenance, and competencies. Your role will also involve ensuring staff competency, handling inventory and ordering, leading flow cytometry projects, performing validations, and more.
Responsible for the independent performance of technical procedures, including emergency and routine patient testing, quality control, and preventive maintenance. Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA, and may act as supervisor designate in the absence of the Section Manager or Section Supervisor. Demonstrates Leadership and Technical Expertise.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Education and Work Experience:
- At least four (4) years of prior experience in performing high-complexity flow cytometry testing as a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
- A B.S. and successful completion of an accredited MT/MLS program.
- A B.S or A.A.in Chemistry, Biology, or other laboratory based Science including a Laboratory training program or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLS or HHS sanctioned reviewer, ASCP accreditation or equivalent.
- A B.S. or A.A. in Chemistry, Biology, or other laboratory based Science degree that includes 60 semester hours of medical lab technology courses or other sciences as specified by CLIA.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Certification Requirements:
- ASCP Certification Required; Specialty Certification preferred
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
- Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Meditech (if applicable to position)
- Epic (if applicable to position)
- Performance Manager/NetLearning
- Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
- Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
- Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Meet M.T. Tier requirements for MT/MLS III and successfully complete the application process.
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
- 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
- Voluntary Benefits
- Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
- Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
