Medical Technologist

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

TriCities Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Medical Technologist. You will perform general lab duties, ensure quality control, and maintain competency across sections. A strong emphasis on training, safety, and adherence to JCAHO goals is required.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or related field; an Associate degree with MT certification is acceptable, with MT/MLS certification obtained within six months of hire. Competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science required.
• Associate Degree with MT certification accepted in lieu of Bachelor's.
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to general lab policies and department procedures; follow regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrate independent judgment with minimal supervision.
• Maintain competency in all designated lab sections and complete required training.
• Participate in annual mandatory trainings and continuing education.
• Assist with specimen receiving and supplies as needed; organize daily tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve instrument problems; document corrective actions.
• Perform quality control and maintain logs within approved limits.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety checks on equipment as scheduled.
• Train new employees and students in lab policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate cultural competence and communicate procedures to diverse customers.
• Comply with Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals and related policies.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

General lab procedures

Lab competency

Quality control

Training others

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree with MT certification

ASCP certification

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: 30.64 - 42.90 / hour. Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you have the career opportunities as a Medical Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriCities Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Major Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, and puts into practice general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures. Reviews all posted policy changes as required. Adheres to all regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the options, and formulate an appropriate course of action. Recognizes and performs duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrate initial and annual competency in all appropriate designated lab sections within set deadlines. Accurately performs proficiency testing when scheduled. Participates in continuing education activities.
• Participates in all facility/corporate mandatory annual training within set deadlines.
• Is cooperative in assisting the laboratory team in the completion of miscellaneous duties. This may include specimen receiving and putting away supplies when received in the department.
• Organizes and completes daily tasks in assigned area{s}.
• Troubleshoots/resolves instrument problems and documents corrective action in appropriate log; when necessary, performs instrumentation repairs. Effectively investigates/resolves specimen collection problems using Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and specimen tracking tool when appropriate.
• Assures quality control is properly performed and logged, works within quality control limits and trends, and follows proper department procedure for corrective action.
• Preventative maintenance and safety checks of equipment are performed and documented according to schedule.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to train new employees and/or students in general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures.
• Demonstrates cultural competence by being able to explain procedures by utilizing communication interventions as appropriate for all customers across all ages and populations.
• Demonstrates knowledge and adheres to all policies relating to the JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals for the Laboratory, including, but not limited to critical call read back and patient identification
• Any other duties assigned.

Education - Experience - Certification

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technologist or related science is Required
• Associates Degree with MT Certification from a nationally accredited association will be accepted in lieu of Bachelors Degree
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist must be obtained within 6 months of hire or start in position

Benefits

TriCities Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

TriCities Hospital, has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patients access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A top performing hospital recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is stroke and chest pain accredited.

At TriCities Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do-
Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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