Medical Technologist - Flow Cytometry - (Job Number: 719841)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist for its Flow Cytometry lab. The role involves processing and analyzing samples, performing quality control, and maintaining instruments. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in medical technology and certification as a Medical Technologist. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• New graduates can be hired without certification.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs testing according to established laboratory policies.
• Performs all quality control procedures to ensure validity of test results.
• Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity.

Skills

Quality Orientation

Job Knowledge

Productivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Certification as Medical Technologist

Job description

Medical Technologist - Flow Cytometry - (Job Number: 719841)

Pay Competitive

Employment type Other

Job Description

Req#: 299218 !*!

Medical Technologist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Flow Cytometry Department has a new opportunity available for the role of Medical Technologist. This opening is for a Part-time Medical Technologist for Flow Cytometry lab. You duties will include processing, testing, and analyzing the samples in flow cytometry lab. Performs QC and maintenance of the instruments.

Quick tip(s):

• Please review the section entitled experience/education and focus on the job requirements.
• Make sure you include the experience listed under the requirements section on your application.

Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued patients and employees. With over 20,000 employees, we are committed to continuing our growth with the best professionals in the healthcare industry. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.

EXPERIENCE | EDUCATION:
REQUIRED:
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field
• No experience required
• Certification as Medical Technologist by approved accrediting agency
• New graduates can be hired without the certification, but will be given the opportunity to earn it within six months of hire date
JOB DUTIES:
• Job knowledge. Accurately performs testing according to and without deviation from established laboratory policies and procedures. Recognizes deviation from expected results; evaluates results for discrepancies and feasibility, utilizing instrument and LIS flags, analyzes and corrects problems according to procedure. Recognizes critical results and correctly documents notification of critical results to appropriate personnel.
  
• Quality Orientation. Performs all quality control procedures to ensure validity of test results. Evaluates, documents, and troubleshoots quality control according to lab protocols. Takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected, or specimen rejection / recollection is required. Ensures patient specimen stability and proper sample processing. Treat all proficiency test samples according to CAP guidelines and laboratory expectations.
  
• Instrumentation. Performs instrument startup and shutdown. Perform and document all maintenance procedures and calibrations, as needed. Evaluates function checks and calibration results. Performs corrective action when necessary.
  
• Productivity ensures smooth workflow in all areas of the laboratory. Exhibits efficient use of time and resources. Meets expectations for TAT and pending list review. Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift
  
• Attendance Reports for work on the assigned days at the assigned times.
  
• Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests, or other duties as assigned.
  
• Achieves a minimum of 10 continuing education hours annually. Continuously seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
  
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement Activities. Serves on committees and task forces. Orientates and instructs students and laboratory personnel in established clinical laboratory techniques, as required.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned. There will be changes to job duties as required.
• Other duties as assigned

SECURITY:

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.


5323 Harry Hines Blvd (5323H)
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas , 75390

About the company

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas.