Medical Technologist - General Lab - Part Time

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Technologist in a dynamic lab environment. This part-time role offers the opportunity to perform critical diagnostic procedures and contribute to quality patient care. Work alongside a dedicated team in a facility recognized for its excellence in pediatric healthcare. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a renowned institution that values innovation and commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and certification in medical technology.
• Experience in a laboratory setting with quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient information and troubleshoot orders accurately.
• Perform routine procedures and evaluate test results for correctness.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory levels.

Skills

Specimen Suitability Assessment

Quality Control Procedures

Problem-Solving

Patient Care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Position: Medical Technologist - General Lab - Part Time

Talent Area: Laboratory

Location: Houston, TX, US

Shift: 3pm - 11:30pm / Rotating every other weekend / 2 weekdays

Job ID: 417383

We are searching for a Medical Technologist, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you’ve got what it takes?

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• One of the following certifications is required: MT-STATE, MT-AAB, MT-AMT, CLSP, IMLS, BB-ASCP, C-ASCP, H-ASCP, MLS-ASCP, MT-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MP-ASCP, or MT-NCA

Responsibilities:

• Determine the suitability of specimens and orders by verifying patient demographic information, receipt documentation, and recognizing and troubleshooting erroneous, inconsistent, and special orders
• Perform routine and special procedures accurately according to policy and procedure manuals; evaluate results for correctness; recognize abnormal test results and perform appropriate problem-solving procedures in a timely manner as documented in section records
• Order supplies as needed to maintain set inventory levels and complete patient orders
• Determine the suitability of supplies at every step of handling from receipt to final disposition and immediately quarantine and/or discard unsuitable supplies
• Perform and document results of all quality control procedures according to the written guidelines in the appropriate logs and immediately quarantine any defective reagents
• Participate in the teaching of other personnel and continuing education
• Perform the assignment of "in-charge" technologist in the absence of the supervisor or technical specialist by prioritizing and expediting workflow, making decisions according to department guidelines and policies, and documenting problems encountered/resolved for review by supervisors for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care

About Texas Children’s

Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading in patient care, education, and research to accelerate health care for children and women worldwide. Our commitment is reflected in our accolades, including being ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, and recognized as one of Houston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years.

Our comprehensive health care network includes the Texas Medical Center hospital with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties, the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute, the Feigin Tower for pediatric research, Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, and several other facilities across Houston and beyond. We also have Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network; urgent care clinics; and a global health program. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest pediatric programs in the nation.

Texas Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated without regard to disability, race, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.