Laboratory Technician PRN

Kindred Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform specialized tests and assist in patient diagnosis. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science and relevant certifications. Join a team dedicated to providing excellent care to critically ill patients.

Qualifications

• Laboratory license/certification as required by state.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report routine and specialized laboratory tests.
• Detect abnormalities or diseases and record findings.
• Consult with a pathologist for final diagnoses.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

About ScionHealth

ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence, demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to principles such as Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.

Our specialty hospitals provide critical care similar to traditional hospitals or ICUs, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians play a vital role in recovering chronic, critically ill, and medically complex patients.

Position: Laboratory Technician

As a Laboratory Technician, you will:

1. Perform and report routine and specialized laboratory tests on clinical specimens to aid in diagnosis and monitoring of patients, under general supervision.
2. Detect abnormalities or diseases and record findings in the computer system.
3. Conduct blood tests for transfusions and perform blood counts.
4. Examine stained cells to identify abnormalities.
5. Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test the sterility of laboratory equipment.
6. Analyze test results to ensure they meet specifications, using mechanical and electrical devices.
7. Record and analyze test data, producing reports with charts, graphs, and narratives.
8. Consult with a pathologist to determine final diagnoses when abnormal cells are identified.
9. Prepare standard solutions and reagents following standardized formulas or procedures.
10. Inoculate media with organisms for bacteriological testing.
11. Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing aseptic principles.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field.
• Laboratory license/certification as required by state.
• Current BLS certification.