Medical Technologist I - Hematology

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

ABOUT US

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Medical Technologist I. As a world-class healthcare company, we are dedicated to enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With our ambitious goals and proven track record, we are at the forefront of driving technological innovation and supporting patients in need.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in test results.
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a wide variety of clinical laboratory analyses, including assays that define complicated disorders of the cardiovascular, endocrine, hematological, hemostatic, thrombolytic, and renal systems.
• Evaluate individual and related laboratory data, recognizing patterns or trends that suggest the significance of results.
• Perform, review, and interpret complex and routine chemical, hematological, coagulation, renal, lipid, and hormonal analyses using manual, automated, and/or microscopic means.
• Integrate analytical results with specific and highly varied clinical trial protocols to evaluate credibility, appropriateness, and accuracy of test results.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair clinical laboratory equipment, ensuring routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Evaluate analytical reagents, calibrators, and QC standards to ensure the accuracy of analytical results.
• Evaluate quality control procedures, analyze results, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Assist in ongoing statistical data analysis to detect trends and problems, undertaking corrective actions.
• Proficiency in clinical laboratory analysis techniques and protocols.
• Familiarity with operating and troubleshooting clinical laboratory equipment.
• Proficient in statistical data analysis and interpretation.

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) preferred