Medical Lab Technician PRN

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga is seeking a PRN Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to perform tests on blood, urine, and other body fluids to support patient diagnosis and care. The role emphasizes quality improvement participation, teamwork, and adherence to the hospital's mission and values.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree with ASCP eligibility or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and demonstrates professional integrity while working with diverse

Qualifications

• Associates degree and completion of an accredited MLT program OR the equivalent education and experience that qualifies for national registration through the ASCP

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on blood, urine and other body fluids to obtain information for diagnosis and evaluation
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities and maintain a patient-focused, team-oriented environment

Skills

MLT duties

Education

Associates degree / ASCP eligible

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a 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

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)

Benefits

• 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

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

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