CLS/MLT - Days

Martin County Hospital; Texas; On-site; Full time

Job description

Description

History:

Martin County Hospital District (MCHD) was organized in 1967 and has boundaries coterminous with Martin County, Texas. It is located in the heart of West Texas. Opened in 1949, the hospital was originally located near downtown Stanton. This facility served the community well for many years but was replaced with a state of the art 18 bed facility in 2012. The new facility is located on I20 and has been designated as a Critical Access Hospital.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• MLT- The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) performs established clinical tests, follows procedures and Interprets test results. Performs instrument and equipment maintenance. Reviews and follows requests for tests prescribed by the provider. Follows the established procedures when performing Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Serology, Molecular or newly developed procedures. Maintains confidentiality while working with patient results and provides service direct to patients while maintaining a positive patient relations atmosphere. Follows procedures and precautions when involved in direct patient contact or when handling potentially infectious materials. Follows safety and infection control guidelines and policies for the hospital.
• MT- Performs established clinical tests, follows procedures and Interprets test results. Performs instrument and equipment maintenance. Reviews and follows requests for tests prescribed by the provider. Follows the established procedures when performing Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Serology, Molecular or newly developed procedures. Maintains confidentiality while working with patient results and provides service direct to patients while maintaining a positive patient relations atmosphere. Follows procedures and precautions when involved in direct patient contact or when handling potentially infectious materials. Follows safety and infection control guidelines and policies for the hospital. CLS staff are required to perform from waived to high complexity testing.

Requirements

We Do Not Offer Sponsorships

Education:

• MLT - associate degree or higher from an accredited university in Clinical Laboratory Science or related science.
• MT - Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited university in Clinical Laboratory Science or related science

Licenses/Certificates:

Must be registered and have a Board of Certification (BOC), or test eligible, in the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT).

Experience:

One (1) year experience as a Generalist.

Mission Statement:

Committed to excellence, Martin County Hospital District will provide the highest quality, compassionate care to improve the lives of those we serve.

Vision Statement:

Martin County Hospital District strives to ensure the availability and viability of patient-centered primary and specialty care in a rural setting.

Martin County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, strong morals, values, and ethics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.