Medical Lab Tech

Prime Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays

401K Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for part-time shifts in the Clinical Lab. The role involves collecting, processing, and analyzing specimens and generating reports for healthcare teams.

Candidates should hold an ASCP certification (or equivalent within one year) and an associate degree in a relevant science. Hospital lab experience is preferred, with emphasis on quality control and patient safety.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or equivalent within one year of employment.
• Current and valid state license where required.
• Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework for MLT.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Perform routine and specialized tests in hematology, chemistry, and other areas.
• Interpret results and enter data into LIS; prepare reports for providers.
• Follow quality control procedures and maintain equipment as required.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety regulations, and PPE use.
• Interact with patients during specimen collection to ensure comfort.

Skills

ASCP Certification

State License

Associate Degree in science

Hospital lab experience

Education

Associate Degree in chemical/physical/biological science

Job description

Overview

Position: MLT

Department: Clinical Lab

Shift’s Available: Variable

Employment Type: Part Time

Hours: 8-hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens such as blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for analysis
• Perform routine and specialized tests to analyze specimens and provide data on patient health, which may include tests in hematology, chemistry, and other areas
• Interpret lab test results and ensure accuracy, you may also enter data into laboratory information systems and prepare reports for healthcare providers
• Follow quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results, this may involve calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment and performing routine maintenance tasks
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety regulations, and accreditation standards, which could include maintaining a clean and organized work environment and using personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Occasionally interact with patients, particularly when collecting specimens, and explain procedures to ensure patient comfort and cooperation

Qualifications

• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required
• ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment.
• Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred

Pay Transparency

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Part Time > 59

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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