Medical Lab Tech II

Prime Healthcare Services; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. The position is Per Diem with variable hours, including days and nights, and involves collecting and processing specimens, performing tests, and reporting results in a hospital lab.

Applicants should hold ASCP certification (or equivalent), an appropriate license where required, and an associate degree or MLT coursework with at least 3 years of hospital laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state license where required
• ASCP certification or equivalent
• Associate degree in chemical, physical, biological science or completion of coursework in a program for MLT
• 3 years of hospital laboratory work experience

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens for analysis
• Perform routine and specialized tests to analyze specimens and provide data
• Interpret lab test results and prepare reports for healthcare providers
• Follow quality control procedures and calibrate/maintain laboratory equipment
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety regulations, and PPE requirements
• Interact with patients when collecting specimens and explain procedures

Education

ASCP certification, or equivalent

Associate degree in chemical, physical, biological science or MLT coursework

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Variable (Days and Nights)

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX

Responsibilities

**If you have experience as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT), or Laboratory Technician (LT) you are encouraged to apply for this position. Please see full posting for list of certification requirements.

• 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

1. Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required 2. ASCP certification, or equivalent, required 3. Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.4. 3 years of hospital laboratory work experience required

Pay Transparency

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

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

Employment Status

Per Diem

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. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf