Medical Technologist - Chemistry Lab - 1st shift

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to the well-being of the community. This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful patient care through specimen processing and testing. As part of a diverse team, you will utilize your skills to ensure accurate diagnostics while adhering to high standards of quality and compliance. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Certification eligible within 6 months of hire for various medical technologist roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process specimens, ensuring integrity and accuracy.
• Perform tests, maintain documentation, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Assist in training staff and participate in quality assurance programs.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Laboratory Techniques

Equipment Maintenance

Problem Identification

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Computer Systems Usage

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Hospital Computer Systems

Job description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn, and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job—it's our passion.

Primary Purpose

Responsible for basic specimen processing and testing to assist physicians in the diagnosis of patients.

Minimum Specifications

1. Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Experience: None required.
3. Certification/Registration/Licensure: Must be certified by one of the following or be certification eligible with certification obtained within 6 months of hire:
   • Medical Technologist (MT) - ASCP
   • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - ASCP
   • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - NCA
   • Medical Technologist (MT) - AMT
   • Technologist, Blood Banking (BB) - ASCP
   • Technologist, Chemistry (C) - ASCP
   • Technologist, Hematology (H) - ASCP
   • Technologist, Microbiology (M) - ASCP
   • Technologist, Molecular Biology (MB) - ASCP

Skills or Special Abilities

• Ability to follow all laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Identify and address problems affecting test results.
• Maintain accurate records, follow instructions, and communicate effectively with hospital personnel and medical staff.
• Use laboratory and hospital computer systems within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

1. Receive specimens, assess integrity, verify labeling and documentation, and enter data for billing.
2. Process specimens, prepare reagents, perform tests, and report results.
3. Perform quality control tasks, maintain documentation, and troubleshoot equipment.
4. Assist with training and consultation of staff and students.
5. Participate in the Pathology Quality Assurance program.
6. Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
7. Stay updated on developments in pathology by attending seminars, reading journals, and integrating new knowledge into practice.
8. Adhere to applicable rules, regulations, and policies, ensuring compliance and reporting unethical behavior.

Note: Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination and is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.