Medical Technologist

UT Southwestern; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement programs

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas, seeks a Laboratory Technologist to provide technical skills for basic to complex lab procedures. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, MT certification (PhD may be accepted in lieu of MT in special chemistry), and the ability to work a M-F 9am-5:30pm schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field.
• Licenses and Certifications: MT Medical Technologist certification; PhD may be accepted in lieu of MT in Special Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain quality control and document results; handle problems and discrepancies.
• Perform instrument startup/shutdown, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure workflow productivity and efficiency across the assigned shift.
• Report timely results and participate in training and performance improvement activities.
• Assist in education of students and laboratory personnel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality orientation

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology

Job 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!

SHIFT: M- F 9 am - 5:30 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
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• 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

• Hazards
• 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.