Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) - White River Junction, VT

Job Title: Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)
Specialty: Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Urinalysis
Site: VA White River Junction
Location: 163 Veterans Drive, White River Junction, VT 05009
Duration: 1 year contract

Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM; rotating weekends (day or evening shifts as scheduled). May include holidays and overtime; no on-call duties.
License / Certifications:

• ASCP or AMT certification (MT/MLS/CLS) (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred, not mandatory)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related sciences (chemistry, biology, microbiology, immunology).
• Completion of a clinical practice program accredited by NAACLS, CAAHEP, or ABHES (Required)

Minimum Qualification/ Experience:

• 3 years of recent experience in chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, coagulation, and microbiology (Required)

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized testing in chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, microbiology, and blood banking.
• Operate and maintain automated laboratory instruments (Abbott Architect, Sysmex, ACL Top, Beckman Coulter, etc.).
• Conduct daily/weekly quality control, calibrations, and proficiency testing.
• Cross-match blood, perform antibody screenings, and process blood products.
• Perform microbiology procedures including plating, gram stains, PCR testing, and Microscan setup.
• Document, evaluate, and report test results; identify and resolve testing/processing issues.
• Ensure accurate patient/sample identification and safeguard patient records.
• Support compliance with CAP and CLSI standards, while delivering patient-centered care.

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