Medical Laboratory Technologist

Insight Global; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in Austin seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist for a 6-month contract-to-hire role. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, relevant certifications, and experience in laboratory functions including blood banking. This role involves performing complex testing and maintaining a safe work environment. Excellent problem-solving skills and technical decision-making abilities are essential for delivering quality patient care.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in a hospital lab as a generalist.
• Blood Bank experience required.
• Must pass standardized color vision screening.

Responsibilities

• Determine acceptability of specimens for testing.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures.
• Report accurate and timely test results.

Skills

Technical Decision Making

Problem Solving

Monitoring Instruments

Preventive Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

Cerner Path Net

Job description

A Children’s Hospital in the Austin Area is looking for one MLT to join their team. They will determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving. Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures. Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary. Assist with processing of specimens when needed. Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

6 month contract to hire

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor's in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science
• MLT, MLS or MT certification through ASCP or AMT preferred
• 2-4 years experience in a hospital lab as a generalist (Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation)
• Blood Bank experience required
• Experience with Cerner Path Net preferred for LIS
• Must pass a standardized color vision screening

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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Medical insurance

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