Medical Lab Technician / Medical Technologist

Driscoll Children's Hospital; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist for part-time shifts, including day/evening, weekends, and rotating holidays. The role involves performing diverse tests in the core laboratory under supervision, reporting results and ensuring patient safety and accuracy.

Requirements include MLT/MT with ASCP certification or eligibility, ASCP-ready, and completed training in Corpus Christi.

Qualifications

• MLT/MT ASCP certification or eligibility required.
• Generalist with core laboratory experience preferred.
• Training in Corpus Christi, TX is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests in the clinical laboratory with appropriate training.
• Report results to nurses and physicians with interpretation guidance.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices in the lab.
• Ensure specimen identification, integrity and proper handling.

Skills

ASCP certified/eligible

Core lab experience

Education

Associate of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Job description

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below.

QUALIFICATIONS

MLT or MT - ASCP certified or ASCP eligible Generalist experience with core lab experience preferred.

TRAINING

Training in Corpus Christi, TX is required.

SCHEDULE

Shift: Part-time, 8- to 12-hour shifts Primary Schedule: Day or evening shifts, primarily on weekends Additional Coverage: Rotating holidays and occasional weekday shifts, as needed. Rotational participation on the disaster team is also required.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The registered Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist, under supervision Medical Director, Administrative Director, Manager, Lead and Senior is capable of performing all of the tests in a single area or majority of procedures in all areas, as defined by HCFA, of the clinical laboratory with appropriate sectional training. Performs highly complex procedures. Performs manual and automated laboratory assays requiring independent judgment. Reports results to nurses and physicians relating the results to normal range for age; and recognizing and reporting critical values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Responsible for specific role during various internal and external CODE and disaster occurrences. Responsible for insuring compliance of Infection control techniques within the Laboratory. Responsible for insuring compliance of Safety techniques within the Laboratory. Responsible for insuring proper security procedures when entering the building and demonstrating appropriate use of ID badge. Responsible for insuring proper use of the Pneumatic Tube System. Responsible for compliance of IOP/CQI issues. Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines. Maintains appropriate levels of supplies, reagents and request replacements within the established time policies. Assures that supplies are restocked for all three shifts. Confers with physicians and/or nurses on laboratory findings, timing and availability of test results or procedures. Notifies section chief and/or Administrative Director immediately if laboratory and hospital policies and procedures are violated. Represents the laboratory section technically to assigned committees physicians, nursing staff, support staff and patients. Performs duties and responsibilities of medical laboratory technician. Revises and reviews procedure manuals according to NCCLS guidelines. Communicates appropriately with coworkers, hospital personnel, physicians and physician offices. Evaluates and validates new reagents, equipment and procedures according to laboratory policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines. Maintains knowledge of new technology and procedures and makes recommendations when appropriate. Responsible for specimen identification and integrity. Responsible for operation of equipment including maintenance and quality control. Complies with established safety policies and protective attire. Maintain coverage of the laboratory to provide adequate patient care, which may require last minute schedule changes. Must promote team leadership and be a team player; Must be familiar with performance and interpretation of laboratory procedures associated with pediatric hospital with most patients below the age of 18 years; Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Medical Laboratory Technician: Associate of Science Degree (AS) from a two-year College or University: Required one year formal university/hospital based accredited course work in Medical Laboratory Technology beyond an Associate's Degree (Clinical Internship). Medical Technologist: Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) from a four-year College or University required. One year formal university/hospital based accredited course work in Medical Technology beyond a Bachelor's Degree (Clinical Internship).

CERTIFICATION

Medical Laboratory Technician: MLT (ASCP) within one year from date of hire. Medical Technologist: MT (ASCP) within one year from date of hire.

ABOUT DRISCOLL

Until all children are well.

Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.