Medical Technologist CLS FT McAllen

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Texas seeks a Laboratory Technologist to receive and analyze specimens, reporting results promptly according to policy. This role involves applying technical and professional judgment while supporting QA/QC, safety programs and ongoing education.

Candidates must have a degree in medical technology or a related field (or an MLT with 10 years of experience) and be eligible for national certification within six months of hire, with ongoing maintenance as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field, or an Associate degree with 10 years of experience.
• Certification as CLS/MLS/MT within six months of hire.
• Willingness to participate in a Certification Maintenance Program.

Responsibilities

• Receive and analyze laboratory specimens and report results promptly.
• Perform duties requiring technical and professional judgment.
• Support Quality Control, Quality Assurance, maintenance and safety programs.
• Maintain parts, reagents and supplies in assigned areas and help teach others.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science

Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Registered CLS/MLS/MT certification

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:

• Training should have included at least 12 months in a structured training program with clinical internship in a hospital setting.
• 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:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science; or Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Plus 10 years of work experience required.
• 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.
• 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.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.