Medical Technologist - High Point

Overview

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we take pride in offering a dynamic and fulfilling work environment. Joining our team means becoming an essential part of a leading healthcare institution that is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical research.

Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs and provides results of medical laboratory analyses of body fluids and tissue used by physicians for disease diagnosis of patients and determination and/or evaluation of treatments for illness. Prepares blood component/products for infusion to patients. 

Position Highlights: 

• Shift Schedule: Wednesday-Tuesday 8 pm - 6:30 am (7 on/7 off)
• Department: Laboratory
• Location: High Point

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program
• Education: Eligible for our Prepaid College Tuition Assistance program (up to $5,250/year)!
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify: 

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) Medical Technologist program, five years' clinical lab experience, or two years' clinical lab experience with Medical Lab Tech (MLT) certification. 
• Previous experience as Medical Technologist preferred. 
• Medical Technologist (MT) ASCP certification required.

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

• Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Performs and provides accurate laboratory test results on human patients.
• Prepares and issues blood components for patient transfusions. 
• Assists in the collection and transport of patient samples from the clinics to laboratory sections. 
• Handles hazardous materials in accordance with regulations to ensure safe working environment. 
• Requisitions and maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments; instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein. 

Where You Will Work:

• Working in healthcare in High Point, North Carolina, is a rewarding and dynamic experience. This vibrant city offers a robust healthcare landscape, providing a wide range of healthcare services and facilities for its residents. 
• The city's healthcare sector is dynamic and continually evolving to meet the needs of its residents, making it an attractive option for those seeking employment in healthcare. The healthcare industry here is characterized by a commitment to patient-centered care, innovative medical research, and a collaborative spirit among healthcare providers.
• Whether you are interested in patient care, healthcare administration, medical research, or another aspect of the healthcare field, High Point, NC, can be a great place to pursue your healthcare career. 
• High Point is renowned as the "Furniture Capital of the World." It hosts the High Point Market, one of the largest furniture trade shows globally, making it a hub for furniture manufacturing and design. 
• Another key point to consider is the affordable cost of living. High Point offers a relatively low cost of living compared to many other cities in the United States. Housing tends to be more affordable.
• High Point is home to High Point University, a rapidly growing and respected institution, offering educational and employment opportunities.
• High Point is conveniently located near cities like Greensboro and Winston-Salem, offering a balance of suburban living with easy access to urban amenities.