Medical Lab Technician

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, vision and dental coverage

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and disability coverage

Education and tuition assistance

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform tests on blood, urine and other body fluids to aid diagnosis and patient care. The MLT applies clinical training to generate accurate results and participates in performance improvement activities.

The role requires an associate degree and completion of an accredited MLT program or ASCP eligibility. National registration or state licensure requirements may apply per ASCP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and completion of an accredited MLT program or ASCP eligibility.
• National registration as MLT (ASCP) or state license where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on blood, urine and other body fluids to aid diagnosis.
• Utilize skills to obtain information for patient management and care.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and maintain patient-focused service.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality and safety in the lab.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Accredited MLT program completion

ASCP eligibility or ASCP registration

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Medical Lab Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Parkridge Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) utilizes skills and training to perform test of samples of blood, urine and other body fluids to obtain information utilized in diagnosis and evaluation of patient medical status.

Participates in Performance Improvement activities to assure continuous Quality Improvement. Maintains appropriate awareness when dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and all other customers. Promotes a supportive, team-work oriented environment. Fulfills departmental responsibilities with the long-range plan, mission, vision and values of Parkridge Medical Center.

Qualifications

Associates degree and completion of an accredited MLT program OR the equivalent education and experience that qualifies for national registration through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)

• National Registration as an MLT(ASCP)cm, MLT(ASCP), MLT(AMT), MLT(AAB), MLT(HEW) OR State Specific MLT License (within 6 months)

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB-GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.