Medical Lab Scientist: Blood Testing & Diagnostics

HCA Healthcare; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing and counseling services

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) match and retirement resources

Tuition and certification support

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a skilled Medical Technologist to join the Timpanogos Regional Hospital laboratory team in Orem, Utah. You will perform blood specimen testing, assess blood morphology, and support transfusion services with antibody screening and cross-match procedures.

The role requires an accredited Medical Technology program graduate (or BS in related field) with ASCP certification. BLS certification and hospital-lab experience are preferred, with potential licensure within 1 year of

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Technology program (Associate’s degree acceptable) and/or a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology with appropriate certification.
• Nationally recognized certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/MLS or MLT) from ASCP or equivalent.
• Licensure must be completed within 1 year of hire.
• One year of experience in a hospital or other clinical laboratory setting preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive blood specimens, perform blood tests, and study morphology of blood components.
• Perform routine or special clinical laboratory tests using automated equipment, manual testing, and microscopic analysis.
• Maintain and use laboratory equipment including analyzers and osmometers.
• Perform antibody screening, identification, and cross-matching procedures for transfusion.
• Notify nursing units/physicians of critical lab values.
• Implement new testing methods and instrumentation to keep the department current.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical value notification

Education

Accredited Medical Technology program (Associate’s degree acceptable)

BS in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology

Tools

ASCP MT/MLS/MLT certification

BLS/BCLS certification

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a skilled Medical Technologist to join the Timpanogos Regional Hospital laboratory team in Orem, Utah. You will perform blood specimen testing, assess blood morphology, and support transfusion services with antibody screening and cross-match procedures.

The role requires an accredited Medical Technology program graduate (or BS in related field) with ASCP certification. BLS certification and hospital-lab experience are preferred, with potential licensure within 1 year of