Job Description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Medical Technologists to support the Togus VA Medical Center located at 1 VA Center Augusta, Maine 04330. Services will be delivered to both the Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology divisions of the facility. Exceptional compensation packages with full benefits are available.

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemistry testing on automated instrumentation (Abbott Architect ci8200, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, etc.) as well as manual chemistry tests
• Conduct daily and weekly quality control procedures and instrument maintenance
• Perform urinalysis testing using automated instrumentation (Beckman Coulter Urinalysis, etc.) and manual techniques
• Execute blood bank duties including cross matching, antibody screening and identification, selected cell panels, and processing blood products
• Conduct hematology and coagulation testing using automated instruments (Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed, etc.) as well as manual procedures
• Perform microbiology testing including plating, gram staining, reading plates, subbing plates, Microscan setup, PCR testing, and other routine procedures
• Conduct patient phlebotomy and sample processing
• Perform patient and QC testing according to established protocols and participate in the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT) Program
• Independently test, evaluate, document, and report patient testing and Quality Control (QC) results
• Identify, document, and resolve any collection, processing, testing or reporting issues
• Positively identify patients prior to sample collection and samples prior to testing or aliquoting
• Safeguard electronic and paper patient information
• Provide patient-centered care with professional service to all stakeholders and customers
• Work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Qualifications

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Required Certification: Must be a nationally certified Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, or CLS) through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience in chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology
• Current and up-to-date continuing education required for maintaining certification
• Knowledge of College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission standards
• COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations are required for this position in accordance with VHA Directive 1192.01
• Experience working with Veterans and/or VA knowledge preferred
• No sponsorship available 

All candidates must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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