Medical Technologist- Blood Bank
Company: Yale New Haven Health System
Location: New Haven
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand
and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our
Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect,
accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as
individuals and professionals, every day.Under the direction of the
Laboratory Manager, demonstrates ability to perform a wide variety
of routine and some special technical procedures. Demonstrates good
time management and organizational skills. Interprets data based on
knowledge and experience. Selects appropriate blood products to
ensure safe and effective transfusion therapy. Evaluates,
troubleshoots and solves routine problems. Participates in quality
control, quality assurance, and equipment maintenance programs in
the laboratory.EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
1. -Technical Competency: demonstrates technical competency in the
performance of routine and complex testing, quality control,
component selection and component preparation.1.1 -Determines
acceptability of samples and enters patient information correctly
into the computer system. Records pertinent patient information and
special needs on the requisition. Competency is evaluated through
direct observation, and record review.2. -Recordkeeping,
Documentation, Computer Skills: Provides for accurate documentation
and reporting of results to ensure quality of patient care by
demonstrating good computer and recordkeeping skills.2.1 -Clearly,
legibly, and accurately completes any hand written record. Corrects
handwriting mistakes according to standards.3.
-Independence/Initiative: Demonstrates independent thinking and
action. Demonsttrates ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and
problem solve.3.1 -Recognizes situations that are inconsistent with
policy/ procedure or quality patient care. Documents all
occurrences on the Variance Report form and performs immediate
corrective action as necessary. Makes recommendations for
improvements that can be made as a result of the occurrence.4.
-Professionalism: Demonstrates professionalism at all times both in
attitude and in approach to all work activities. Demonstrates a
commitment to personal career growth in the field of Laboratory
Medicine/ Blood Banking.4.1 -Demonstrates by example the importance
of teamwork. Fosters a team approach to completing work and offers
to help others. Maintains positive relationships with co-workers,
supervisors, physicians and hospital staff.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or
equivalent with MT (ASCP) certification or equivalent. EXPERIENCE
One (1) to two (2) years' experience in an accredited Clinical
Laboratory. SPECIAL SKILLS Working knowledge of equipment,
instrumentation, and materials used in a Clinical Laboratory.
PHYSICAL DEMAND Standing, ability to lift 35 pounds.
Keywords: Yale New Haven Health System, New Haven , Medical Technologist- Blood Bank, Healthcare , New Haven, Connecticut
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