Medical Technologist- Core Lab- 3:00pm- 11:30pm -Ben Taub

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston is seeking a qualified Medical Technologist to perform diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens. The candidate will validate and report test results, maintain quality control, and manage supplies.

A B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or a related field is required, along with ASCP Certification. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

This position plays a vital part in delivering quality healthcare to the community.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science or Certificate of Completion of a Medical Technology Training program.
• Associate Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science with ASCP Certification as Medical Technologist MT(ASCP).
• Above average verbal communication skills and writing/composing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens.
• Validate and report results of tests performed.
• Maintain adequate stock of reagents and supplies.

Skills

Analytical

Medical Terms

Statistical

Research

P.C.

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Education

B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science

Associate Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science with ASCP Certification

Tools

PC

printers

scanners

Job description

About Us

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of routine and special diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Performs high complexity testing according to established procedures. Validates and reports results of tests performed. Performs and documents Quality Control. Performs instrument and equipment maintenance according to policy and procedures. Maintains adequate stock of reagents and supplies. Participates in continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) or Certificate of Completion of a Medical Technology Training program
• Associate Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science or related science WITH ASCP Certification as Medical Technologist MT(ASCP)
• Equipment Operated: PC, printers, scanners

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Writing/Composing (Correspondence/Reports)

Other Skills

• Analytical, CRT, Medical Terms, Research, Statistical, P.C., MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access
• Advance Training/Specialty: Certification by approved certification agencies, i.e., ASCP, NCA, AMT is preferred.
• Other Requirements: Travel between HCHD facilities.