Medical Technologist III

About the role

The Texas A&M College of Vet erinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of vet erinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major vet erinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of vet erinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Vet erinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs . What we want The Medical Technologist III demonstrates basic skills of Medical Technologist II. Provides training and supervision to laboratory staff. Performs advanced duties in the areas of instrument maintenance and quality control of laboratory procedures. Assists the Laboratory Manager in other management duties as required. What you need to know Salary: W ill be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience . Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/Full-Time Please note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by the direct supervisor. Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Supervision and Training
• Assumes intermediate supervisory authority as needed.
• Supervises the laboratory in absence of laboratory supervisor.
• Trains new employees including Medical Technologists I/II, student employees and other laboratory personnel.
• Assists laboratory supervisor with updating policy and procedure manual.
• Supervises laboratory staff and ensures adherence to guidelines.
• Quality Control and Assurance
• Monitors quality control of laboratory instruments and assays.
• Assists in review of proficiency testing reports to evaluate laboratory performance.
• Ensures that an approved corrective action plan is followed when proficiency testing results are unacceptable.
• Performs laboratory quality assurance testing.
• Participates in quality assurance programs.
• Instrument Maintenance and Calibration
• Coordinates scheduled preventative maintenance and repair of laboratory instruments.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of all instruments.
• Performs calibrations on each instrument per laboratory and manufacturer specifications.
• Troubleshoots test systems and takes appropriate action.
• Obtains knowledge of whom, when, and where to call for field services on instruments that are out of operation.
• Test Performance and Reporting
• Performs waived, moderate to high complexity testing and reports results.
• Ensures that patient test results are reported only when the system is functioning properly.
• Administrative Support
• Assists Laboratory Manager with updating policy and procedure manuals.
• Assists in the preparation of reports and inspection preparation.
• Assists with billing and technical questions.
• Schedules employees, inventory, new test evaluation, and requisition of supplies.
• Takes charge of laboratory when manager is absent.
• Required Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree and Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP), Medical Technologist (ASCP), or Medical Technologist (AMT) certification.
• Five years general medical laboratory experience with above qualifications. Associate's degree and Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP or AMT) certification plus seven years of related work experience.
• Required Licenses and Certifications:
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (ASCP/AMT) Certification.

Requirements

• Veterinary diagnostic laboratory experience
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Basic computing skills.
• Ability to operate equipment typically used in the laboratory, including equipment for various manual procedures that may be required to perform requested tests.
• Ability to collect and analyze data using statistical methods.
• Comfortable working within time constraints and crises situations.
• Ability to lead and provide supervision to laboratory staff including Medical Technologist and phlebotomists.
• Ability t

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Additional Information

Job Title Medical Technologist III Agency Texas A&M University Department Vet Med-Teaching Hospital Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

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