Medical Technologist CLS FT McAllen

Northwest Texas Healthcare system; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in McAllen, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to receive and analyze specimens and report results in a timely manner according to laboratory policies. You will participate in QC/QA, maintenance, and safety programs and may help write procedures for new methods and participate in teaching and continuing education.

The role requires a strong commitment to compliance and ongoing certification maintenance, with certification (CLS/MLS) required within

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science; or Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician plus 10 years of work experience.
• Registered CLS/MLS certification required within six months of hire.
• Certification Maintenance Program participation every 3 years for newly certified staff.

Responsibilities

• Receive and analyze laboratory specimens and report results in a timely manner according to policies.
• Participate in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, maintenance and safety programs.
• Assist in evaluating and writing procedures for new methods and participate in teaching and continuing education.
• Perform related duties with minimal supervision and support departmental activities.

Education

BS in Medical Technology or related lab science

AS in Medical Laboratory Technician with 10 years experience

CLS/MLS certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for receiving and analyzing laboratory specimens and reporting results in a timely manner in accordance with Laboratory Policies and Procedures. Performs duties which may require both technical and professional judgment. Participates in and helps evaluate the Department’s Quality Control, Quality Assurance, maintenance and safety programs. Maintains parts, reagents and supplies in areas assigned to the. May be required to evaluate and write procedures for new methods, participate in teaching, continuing education, supervisory and other organizational activities. Performs other related duties with a minimum of supervision. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. Training should have included at least 12 months in a structured training program with clinical internship in a hospital setting.
2. 2. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. 1. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science; or Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Plus 10 years of work experience required.
2. 2. Registered Clinical Laboratory Science - certified by national registry such as CLS(MLS), MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA), MT(AMT) is required within six months of hire.
3. 3. Techs newly certified as of 2004, are required to participate in a Certification Maintenance Program to continue certification every 3 years. Failure to participate will invalidate certification after the initial 3 year certification period.

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