Medical Lab Technician

LifePoint Health; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist to join their team. This role emphasizes critical thinking and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for collecting and analyzing samples, operating advanced laboratory equipment, and ensuring quality assurance in testing processes. Join a supportive organization that values its employees and offers comprehensive health benefits, competitive paid time off, and opportunities for personal and career development. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Personal and Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to analyze bodily fluids and operate laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples and analyzes bodily fluids for abnormalities.
• Operates laboratory equipment and performs automated tests.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Sample Collection

Laboratory Equipment Operation

Quality Assurance

Education

Medical Technologist License through ASCP

Associates degree in Medical Technology

Tools

Automated Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Medical Technologist, Saint Mary’s Regional Health System

Job Type: Full-Time/FTE

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, Millard-Henry Clinic and Cardiology Associates of North Central Arkansas are home to our affiliated primary and specialty care professionals. Saint Mary’s Physician Services’ team specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of illnesses and complex medical issues. We provide care across a variety of specialties including family medicine, internal medicine, general surgery, orthopedics, pediatrics, pulmonology, urology, cardiology, and women’s health services.

Where We Are:
Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Why Choose Us:
·Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
·Competitive Paid Time Off
·Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
·Personal and career development education opportunities
·And much more…

Position Summary:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Collects samples and analyze bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities. Collects blood and study blood samples used in transfusions. Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards. Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment. Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the physician or registered nurse.
Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Medical Technologist License through ASCP
•Associates degree or higher in Medical Technology

EEOC Statement:
Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.