Medical Laboratory Technician
International SOS Government Medical Services
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is responsible to provide comprehensive health services to DOS, DOD, and contractor personnel stationed in Iraq. The MLT performs lab tests and procedures, mostly comprising of microscopic, bacteriological, hematologic, immunologic, and chemical diagnostic analyses on samples of tissue, blood, urine, stool, synovial fluid and semen. The MLT looks for clues to the absence, presence, and extent of the causes and progression of diseases through accurate and efficient lab tests. The position is on a Locum rotation, 30 days active and 120 days inactive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect and process biological specimens for laboratory testing.
- Conduct routine and specialized tests in hematology, microbiology, chemistry, and blood bank.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and troubleshoot any technical issues.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean laboratory environment.
- Record and report test results accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with pathologists and other medical staff to interpret results and ensure quality patient care.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Actively participates in Mass Casualty exercises and events.
- Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.
This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Additional Duties:
- Compliance with International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. policies and procedures.
Desired Candidate Profile
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Current Certification with a nationally recognized registry such a MT (ASCP) or home country equivalent.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English in order to effectively communicate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Experience on a military site working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.
- Have fluency in both oral and written English.
Experience Preferred:
- Minimum of 3 years recent experience as Medical Laboratory Technician including 6 months within the last year.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
Education Required:
- Degree in medical laboratory technology or related field scientific field with an approved laboratory training program, or home country equivalent.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending/stooping, kneeling, twisting.
- Visual acuity.
- Minimal hearing loss.
- Push/pull/carry minimum 50 lbs.
Other Special Qualifications:
- Obtain medical clearance and maintain current immunizations.
- Must be able to relocate to Balad, Iraq.
- A valid passport from country of record is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation.
- You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Balad.
Company Industry
- Defence
- Military
- Government
Department / Functional Area
- Doctor
- Nurse
- Paramedics
- Hospital Technicians
- Medical Research
Keywords
- Medical Laboratory Technician
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International SOS Government Medical Services
International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include hands on direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS, headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.
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