Medical Lab Technician

HealthTexas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical benefits for associates

Paid time off

401(k) contributions

Job summary

HealthTexas Medical Group of San Antonio is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform moderate-complexity tests and procedures in accordance with guidelines. The role requires a high school diploma (associates preferred) and 3 years of lab experience in chemistry, immunology, and hematology.

You will ensure accurate testing, quality control, and adherence to HIPAA and CLIA standards while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associates degree in medical technology preferred.
• 3 years experience as a laboratory technician preferred.
• Prior experience in Chemistry, Immunology and Hematology required.
• Must have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed prior to analysis of any specimens.
• Must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical analysis of blood and other body fluids to determine chemical components.
• Performs hematological testing.
• Performs other blood tests as ordered for patient care.
• Performs quality control checks of instruments, solutions, and test results against established standards. Maintains quality assurance and proficiency testing as required by CLIA.
• Performs routine laboratory procedures such as accessioning specimens, sourcing samples, preparing solutions for testing, conducting analyzer's maintenance and calibrations, interpreting control values, ordering supplies, and performing bench work activities.
• Inventories laboratory supplies. Cleans equipment and work areas. Disposes of contaminated materials according to policy.
• Logs patient specimens and enters test results on forms.
• Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and compiles statistics as directed.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner.
• Maintains established medical group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the Code of Ethics.
• Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the medical group's sole discretion. Performs other related work as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in medical technology preferred

Job description

Location: 810 S. E. Military Drive, San Antonio TX 78214

Why is HealthTexas Different?

HealthTexas is a physician-owned organization where our primary care doctors are actively working and making a difference in the lives of patients. Our associates serve the healthcare needs of our communities by delivering the HealthTexas Experience; Quality and Compassionate Care, with Outstanding Service. Every Patient. Every Time. We are in the business of improving the quality of lives. Our associates foster a spirit of community with respect for the individual and we strive to be good stewards of resources. Does this sound like you? Work among peers who have the drive, dedication, and loyalty to make a difference in the lives of others.

Why You’ll Love Working at HealthTexas

HealthTexas offers both the stability of 27 years and the innovation to adapt to today's needs. We offer learning opportunities and career growth that keep you current with today's movement. We offer free medical benefits for associates, paid time off, and an atmosphere where your efforts are rewarded.

Our benefits: If you are looking for a fast paced, ever challenging and evolving, passionate work environment HealthTexas Medical Group of San Antonio may be the right place for you.We offer competitive salary and paid-time off, employer paid insurance for associate and competitive insurance for associate family members, 401(k) contributions and more!

Job Summary: This position performs medical laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in medical technology preferred.
• 3 years experience as a laboratory technician preferred.
• Prior experience in Chemistry, Immunology and Hematology required.
• Must have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed prior to analysis of any specimens.
• Must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work without direct supervision.

Certification/Licenses

• Certification as a MLT preferred.

Job Duties

• Performs clinical analysis of blood and other body fluids to determine chemical components.
• Performs hematological testing.
• Performs other blood tests as ordered for patient care.
• Performs quality control checks of instruments, solutions, and test results against established standards. Maintains quality assurance and proficiency testing as required by CLIA.
• Performs routine laboratory procedures such as accessioning specimens, sourcing samples, preparing solutions for testing, conducting analyzer's maintenance and calibrations, interpreting control values, ordering supplies, and performing bench work activities.
• Inventories laboratory supplies. Cleans equipment and work areas. Disposes of contaminated materials according to policy.
• Logs patient specimens and enters test results on forms.
• Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and compiles statistics as directed.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner.
• Maintains established medical group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the Code of Ethics.
• Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the medical group's sole discretion. Performs other related work as required.