Med Lab Tech II (MLT)

Tenet Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital, part of Tenet Healthcare, seeks a Full Time Medical Laboratory Technician for evening shifts. You will process and test specimens, review results, and troubleshoot instrumentation while serving as a resource to colleagues.

The role includes potential sign-on bonus eligibility, with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. Associate degree in MLS and CLIA High Complexity qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians or equivalent.
• CLIA high complexity testing qualification required (42 CFR 493.1489).

Responsibilities

• Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment.
• Acts as a resource to other laboratory personnel.
• May handle billing/inventory, equipment validation/implementation, SOP documentation, and training/competency assessment.

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Overview

Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Full Time, Evenings

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens, reviews and reports lab results, and performs operational duties, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Acts as a resource to other laboratory personnel. Has additional advanced clinical and operational responsibilities in the department.

Responsibilities

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. Additional responsibilities may include billing and inventory management, equipment selection, validation, and implementation; document control (SOPs); training and competency assessment, quality, and performance improvement initiatives. May perform complex testing.

Qualifications

Education
Required: Associate degree or equivalent experience; graduate of an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians or equivalent. The above meets the required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003).

Experience
Required: 2 years as a medical laboratory technician

Certifications
Required: Registered in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or equivalent). Licensure, as required by State law.

Organization Description

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

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