DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the position is to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease by performing moderately complex and highly complex procedures in a specific area of the Laboratory. Incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Medical Technologist Supervisor. Provide data in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position is located at the Eufaula Health Center located in Eufaula, OK. The Health System provides comprehensive health care services to Native Americans living within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Health System through the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Community Hospital (CNCH) and five (5) ambulatory health centers in Eufaula, Okemah, Okmulgee, Sapulpa and Coweta.  The Health System also maintains nine (9) Field Health operations consisting of the Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Vocational Rehabilitation Services Contract Health Services (CHS); Community Health Representative (CHR); the Elderly Nutrition (ENP); the Women’s, Infants and Children (WIC) Programs; the Tobacco Prevention Program; (TPP); the Reintegration Program (RIP); and the Diabetes Prevention Programs.

 

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Completion of an appropriate course of study that includes completion of courses and clinical laboratory experience that satisfy ASCP eligibility requirements for MT or MLT certification. Experience necessary to satisfy ASCP eligibility requirements. Valid ASCP certification as an MT or MLT is required.

EVALUATION METHODS: Applicants who meet the requirements described above will be evaluated to determine the extent to which they possess or have the potential to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics, (KSAP's) required of this position. Applicants should address the following KSAP's on a separate attachment to their application.

 

1.   Knowledge and ability to discriminate between closely similar items and the correction of errors by the use of pre-set strategies.

2.   Knowledge of specific techniques and techniques and instruments and the ability to recognize factors which could directly affect results.

3.   Knowledge of more than one test within each specialty area is expected.

4.   Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with Laboratory staff as well as the public, both orally and in writing and maintain a professional demeanor.

5.   Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding health information.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit a current Health System employment application form or resume, (a transfer request form for current employees). The KSAP’s as outlined in the Evaluation Methods section should be addressed, but are not required. All application materials are to be submitted to the attention of the Staffing Coordinator.  For further information call Personnel Services at (918) 756-4333 Ext. 271.   The Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer; however, Indian Preference will be applied.