Medical Lab Tech - MLT - NGPG Urgent Care - Jefferson, GA - Full Time

Company: Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc
Location: Jefferson
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

NGHS: -Opportunities thrive here. If you are an energetic -individual who enjoys being part of a collaborative and talented team then a rewarding career with Northeast Georgia Health System is where you want to be! NGHS is currently seeking a -Medical Lab Tech - MLT - NGPG Urgent Care - Jefferson, GA Full Time Day Shift 8:00am-8:00pm Department Overview Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) -brings together over 500 talented physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, midwives and other clinical staff at more than 65 locations across North Georgia. As the state's sixth-largest physician group, we always have a practice nearby to offer you expert care in more than 25 specialties. NGPG is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS), a non-profit which serves more than 1 million people in 19 counties across the region. As part of NGHS, patients of NGPG have a direct connection to Northeast Georgia Medical Center's four hospitals in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder and Dahlonega. Job Summary: - -Responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner to facilitate rapid patient recovery. Maintains proper records of all tests done in accordance with regulatory system requirements. This position will care for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Requirements:

• High school diploma and MLT training through accredited school.
• Must complete ASCP, NCA, or AMT certification within 6 months of hire. -
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• 2-3 years (not including internship and education) lab or back office experience is preferred. Physical Demands
  • Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Frequently kneeling/stooping/bending
  • Frequently standing/walking
  • Occasionally pushing/pulling
  • Frequent intensive work, requires reading, writing, reasoning, & talking Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System strongly believes in our quest for excellence. Part of our quest is to help you find a new opportunity to expand your knowledge. We are thrilled you want to learn a new area at NGHS and are excited to see you -grow! Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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