Chief Medical Technologist oversees and administers a variety of chemical, bacteriologic, and microscopic tests. Devises work schedules and allocates duties to laboratory staff. Being a Chief Medical Technologist verifies accuracy and validity of test results. Instructs trainees in procedures and techniques of performing tests. Additionally, Chief Medical Technologist requires a bachelor's degree. Requires professional certification. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Chief Medical Technologist manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Chief Medical Technologist typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION
Perform routine tests for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease and performs related duties following established standards and practices.
INTERACTION
Primarily Interacts with: physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, visitors, and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Requirements
ABILITY TO USE EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES: Computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, other standard office equipment and laboratory equipment.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Education:
Experience:
Personal Job Related Skills / Abilities:
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Physical:
Activity Up to %
Mental:
Individual position core competencies:
Required education within first 60 days (if employee is from outside organization).
Continuing/Annual Education and Training:
Supervision
Employees Supervised: __No__
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Each category is grouped under a percentage rating based on the frequency the condition is expected to occur.
Frequency of Condition 1-33% 34-66% 67%
1-33%
67%
OSHA Classification:
Identify with a check the OSHA Job Category that describes this job. The intent is to enhance worker protection by identifying any risk in the performance of routine and reasonably anticipated job-related functions.
___X___ Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.
All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures, such as gloves, masks, goggles, and gown are required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.
_____ Category II: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measure, such as gloves, masks, goggles, and gown are readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks.
_____ Category III: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues (although situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere might encounter potential exposure to body fluids). Persons who perform these duties are not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency medical care or first-aid or to be potentially exposed in some other way. Tasks that involve handling implements or utensils, use of public or shared bathroom facilities or telephone and personal contacts such as handshaking are Category III tasks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The employee will demonstrate continuous commitment to the maintenance of a clean and safe work environment that is compliant with applicable regulatory agency requirements.
The employee will ensure the effective and safe use of all equipment used in his/her activities, if applicable.
The competence of the employee in performing his/her job duties is evaluated during orientation to his/her position and will be demonstrated, maintained, and improved on an ongoing basis. The employee will adhere to the assigned schedule and report to work on-time.
The employee shall abide by the requirements set forth in the Code of Conduct and report suspected violations of the Code of Conduct.
The employee will recognize, appreciate and incorporate an employee’s, patient's and patient’s family's unique differences, such as culture, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values, into an individualized plan of care or plan of action.
The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company or employee may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.