Medical Technologist

847020 - Core Lab - ZLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement program

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Medical Technologist to perform basic to complex laboratory procedures under general supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, quality control, and adherence to CAP guidelines.

New graduates may be hired without MT certification but must obtain it within 180 days; Bachelor’s in medical technology or related field is required. Shift covers first shift with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field.
• New graduates can be hired without MT certification, but must earn it within 180 days.
• MT certification required or achieved within 180 days for applicants.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing according to established policies and procedures; recognizes deviations and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Conducts quality control to ensure validity of results and corrects issues per lab protocols.
• Performs instrument startup/shutdown, calibration, maintenance, and documentation.
• Ensures workflow efficiency and contributes to productivity and timely reporting of results.
• Mentors students and laboratory personnel in established techniques.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

Medical Technologist Certification

Job description

Job Description - Medical Technologist (986395)

Job Description

Medical Technologist - ( 986395 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

First Shift: M-F 6 AM - 2:30 PM, rotating weekends and holidays.

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general supervision to provide technical skills for performance of basic to complex laboratory procedures.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field. No experience required.
  
• Licenses and Certifications
  (MT) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST Certification as Medical Technologist by approved accrediting agency and
  New graduates can be hired without the certification , but will be given the opportunity to earn it within 180 Days
  PhD may be accepted in lieu of MT certification for technologists working in Special Chemistry

JOB DUTIES

• Job knowledge. Accurately performs testing according to and without deviation from established laboratory policies and procedures. Recognizes deviation from expected results; evaluates results for discrepancies and feasibility, utilizing instrument and LIS flags, analyzes and corrects problems according to procedure. Recognizes critical results and correctly documents notification of critical results to appropriate personnel.
• Quality Orientation. Performs all quality control procedures to ensure validity of test results. Evaluates, documents, and troubleshoots quality control according to lab protocols. Takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected or specimen rejection / recollection is required. Ensures patient specimen stability and proper sample processing. Treat all proficiency test samples according to CAP guidelines and laboratory expectations.
• Instrumentation. Performs instrument startup and shutdown. Perform and document all maintenance procedures and calibrations, as needed. Evaluates function checks and calibration results. Performs corrective action when necessary.
• Productivity Ensures smooth workflow in all areas of the laboratory. Exhibits efficient use of time and resources. Meets expectations for TAT and pending list review. Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift
• Attendance Reports for work on the assigned days at the assigned times.
• Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests, or other duties as assigned.
• Achieves a minimum of 10 continuing education hours annually. Continuously seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement Activities. Serves on committees and task forces. Orientates and instructs students and laboratory personnel in established clinical laboratory techniques, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires exercise of considerable judgment in application, evaluation, and implementation of new or revised procedures, techniques, and practices to work problems.
• Work requires external contact with vendors regarding approved equipment problems.
• Work requires internal contact with physicians from other departments regarding tissue samples.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• Laboratory Setting
• May be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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