Medical Technologist

Shannon Health; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Health in Big Spring, TX seeks a qualified medical laboratory professional to perform quality diagnostic testing across diverse specimens. The role emphasizes accurate analysis, instrument calibration, and adherence to safety and procedural standards.

You will prepare reagents, run tests, and maintain equipment while supporting ongoing process improvements and staff training as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science is required for Pathway I/III/IV.
• ASCP Certification Eligible for pathways I-IV.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality diagnostic laboratory testing on a variety of specimens.
• Prepares reagents, standards, and controls according to procedures.
• Performs test analysis in a timely manner.
• Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments.
• Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Instrument calibration

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

ASCP Certification Eligible

Job description

Performs quality diagnostic laboratory testing on a variety of specimens.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to perform and analyze a variety of laboratory test/procedures.
• Prepares reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.
• Performs test analysis in a timely manner.
• Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments in accordance with established procedures.
• Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.
• Adheres to hospital, department, personnel policies, and procedures. Also adheres to laboratory and hospital safety policies and procedures.
• Exhibits computer skills needed for daily operation of the laboratory and hospital information systems,
• Demonstrates professionalism while functioning in the healthcare environment and recognizes the value of continuous professional growth and development.
• Assists in orienting and training new employees and students.
• Contributes to teamwork, quality improvement and productivity of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Pathway I
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Medical (or Clinical) Laboratory Science
    • ASCP Certification Eligible in Medical Technology
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway II
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
    • NAACLS Accredited Program in a Medical Lab Science field
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway III
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Medical Laboratory Training from the U.S. Military
    • Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
  • Preferred
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
    • ASCP Certification
    • AMT Certification
• Pathway IV
  • Required
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
    • Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field (equivalency required for foreign education)
    • ASCP Certification Eligible
    • ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification

Experience:

• Preferred
  • One or more years of experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory