The Medical Technologist reports to and will be clinically supervised by the site medical director and work under the direction of other primary medical provider (Radiologist, Physicians, Surgeons, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician’s Assistants).
The Medical Technologist will be assigned to treat patients in one of two settings:
(1) Small medical/trauma hospitals
(2) Large medical/trauma hospital and assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
In these settings, Medical Technologist performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests. Examines and analyzes body fluids and cells and matches blood for transfusions.
In addition to performing their technical function, Medical Technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a medical technical department.
Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Responsibilities:
Perform and/or provide direction and support for the following services:
- Performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests.
- Examines and analyzes body fluids and cells and matches blood for transfusions.
- Must be familiar with the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) requirements for maintaining blood products for transfusion.
- Analyzes chemical content of fluids and tests for drug levels in the blood.
- Prepares specimens, counts cells, and looks for abnormal cells in blood and body fluids.
- Analyzes test results and relays them to physicians.
- Makes cultures of body fluid and tissue samples, to determine the presence of bacteria, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms.
- Analyzes samples for chemical content or a chemical reaction and determines concentrations of compounds such as blood glucose and cholesterol levels.
- Evaluates test results, develops and modifies procedures, and establishes and monitors programs, to ensure the accuracy of tests.
- Uses universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials, including blood-borne pathogens.
- Orders and stocks supplies as needed and maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
- In addition to preparing patients and operating equipment, radiologic technologists and technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology department.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years minimum experience as a Medical Technologist is required.
- Must have completed a formal Medical Technology training program leading to a diploma, certificate or a bachelor’s degree.
- Must be eligible or certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
- Must have and maintain current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- Must have valid US passport.
- All healthcare providers must have current clinical experience in direct patient care and have worked a minimum of 6 of the last 12 months in desired career field
Other Requirements:
- Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver’s License.
- Must have a valid US Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
- Requires a favorable security background check and drug screen.
- Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.
- Must be current in all required certifications.
- Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
- Shall demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs and the Acuity Medical Management Systems software.
- Normal workweek is established by the Program Manager.
- Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
- Performs duties in a safe manner and follows the corporate safety policy.
- Participates in and supports safety meetings, training, and goals.
- Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Must meet pre-deployment physical and dental requirements.
- No conditions that would prevent the wear of personal protective equipment; including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor and chemical/biological protective garments or conditions that would prevent the capability of donning, lifting or carrying of up to 70 lbs. of referenced gear while running to a bunker or protected area in the face of perceived or imminent danger.
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Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
Location of services may at times be in remote, austere or challenging environments. - May require bending, stooping, and lifting as required for patient care and transport.
Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:
Acuity – CHS Middle East, LLC