Job Description

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel Medical Technologist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Summary:
Performs routine and standard laboratory tests and procedures on various biological specimens, following procedures and instructions as outlined in procedure manual(s) using standard and specialized techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Minimum Qualifications:
Formal Education Required:
-Associate Degree in Laboratory Science from an accredited junior or community college including training in an approved program, or equivalent, with certification or eligibility with accredited recognized agency or organization (e.g., ASCP, AMT, etc.).
-Minimum of 12 continuing education credits are required to be completed each calendar year for continued employment.

OR

-Undergraduate degree in Science (biology, chemistry, nursing) and successful completion of medical laboratory technician trainee role.

Certifications:
-Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or certification eligible from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), preferred.

Experience and Training Required:
-Ability to read, comprehend, and follow standard laboratory procedures and instructions.
-Use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department.

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
-Manual dexterity sufficient to calibrate, operate and perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
-Ability to work under stress, communicate test results to physicians, nursing units and/or other authorized personnel.
-Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with customer service policy.
-Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.

Level of Physical Demands:
-Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #5-SUM-2322. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

 

Our Methodology

 

Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Traineeship, Shift work, Night shift,

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