Medical Technologist

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Medical Technologist at a leading healthcare provider in Chattanooga. This role is essential for collecting and preparing specimens, performing laboratory procedures, and ensuring accurate reporting of results. With a strong commitment to patient care and community support, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, education assistance, and retirement plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Free Counseling Services

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Referral Services

Colleague Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and clinical lab experience required.
• National certification must be obtained within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
• Verify and report lab results accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and lab procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Physiology

Laboratory Procedures

Specimen Handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Science

National Registration as MLS(ASCP)

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Medical Technologist today with Parkridge Medical Center.

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 free 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.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a Medical Technologist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Medical Technologist collects and prepares specimens and performs laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Verifies, records, and reports lab results in an accurate and timely manner on all performed tests. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment, instruments, and work area.

Job Responsibilities:

• You will possess extensive knowledge of physiology and function of the normal human body, and the changes in the body from disease relevant to the testing in their assigned testing section.
• You will follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• You will perform only those tests authorized by the Laboratory Director based upon having the degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training, or experience and technical abilities.
• You will perform various types of laboratory test(s) on specimens, evaluate test results according to predefined criteria, and report/enter/verify test results in Laboratory Information System.
• You will be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problem or immediately notify the coordinator, laboratory management, or medical director.
• You will document all corrective actions taken when the systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a chemical/physical/biological or other life science and relevant generalist clinical laboratory experience within the last five years.
• OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in laboratory medical technology, with clinical rotation.
• National Registration as an MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or equivalent (e.g., AMT, AAB, HEW), or registry-eligible at date of hire.
• If not held at date of hire, national certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment.
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with all staff, patients, patient families, and vendors.

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services including cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program, OB-GYN services, a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- 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 Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.