Medical Laboratory Technician

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Laboratory Technician at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga. This role involves performing diagnostic tests on patient samples, ensuring quality control, and participating in departmental initiatives. Ideal for candidates with a keen eye for detail and a passion for patient care. With opportunities for professional development, this position offers a rewarding path in healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with a 100% match

Education assistance

Paid time off and family leave

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; graduate from NCCLS accredited program.
• Hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle specimen processing and perform laboratory tests on patient specimens.
• Evaluate test results and report them in the Laboratory Information System.
• Participate in hospital initiatives and department goals.

Skills

Specimen processing

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree from an accredited Medical Technician program

Job description

Description

Introduction

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

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 medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Medical Laboratory Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

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 cultural 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 the facility.

What you will do in this role:

• You will handle specimen processing, preanalytic inspection of specimens for identification and integrity.

• You will perform various types of laboratory test(s) on patient specimens, evaluates test results, and report/enter/verify test results in Laboratory Information System.

• You will perform and evaluates periodic quality control per policy and procedure.

• You will evaluate new and/or modified procedures, reagents and instruments as directed by Section Coordinator.

• Troubleshoots all instruments as directed by Section Coordinator..

• Participates in hospital initiatives and in department goals set by the Laboratory Director and Manager

What qualifications you will need:

• Associate degree; Graduate ftom a NCCLS accredited Medical Technician program.

• Hospital laboratory experience preferred.

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

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Laboratory Technician opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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