Medical Technologist I

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Medical Technologist I for the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in College Station, TX. The role involves performing chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis testing with emphasis on accuracy and specimen integrity.

Axial responsibilities include quality assurance, adherence to policies, and effective reporting of results. Schedule is Thurs-Fri, 8am-5pm; a cover letter and resume are encouraged during application.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and ASCP MLS or MT certification; no experience required.
• Associate's degree and ASCP or AMT Medical Laboratory Technician certification plus 2 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates general laboratory equipment (analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes) and reports results.
• Performs moderate to high complexity testing and reports results.
• Ensures specimen integrity and adheres to QA procedures.
• Maintains proficiency through ongoing training and quality assurance programs.

Skills

Multitask

Laboratory knowledge

Communication skills

Hematology

Urinalysis

Blood bank

Education

Bachelor's degree + MLS/MT certification

Associate's degree + MLT certification + 2 yrs experience

Job description

Job Title

Medical Technologist I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med-Teaching Hospital

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) includes the Small Animal Hospital and the Large Animal Hospital , both of which are dedicated to the total well-being and care of a pet throughout its lifetime. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.

What we want

The Medical Technologist I, under direction, performs moderate and high complexity testing in chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis. Analyzes, reviews and reports test results and quality control results. Takes remedial action when indicated. Ensures specimen integrity. Adheres to laboratory and departmental policies and procedures.

What you need to know

Salary: Commensurate based on education and experience

Schedule/Location: Part-time | Thurs - Fri (Flexible) | 8am-5pm | College station, TX

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Please note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist certification, or AMT Medical Technologist certification; no experience required.


• Associate's degree and ASCP or AMT Medical Laboratory Technician certification plus 2 year of experience related work experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Medical Technologist (ASCP or AMT) certification, Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP or AMT) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Veterinary diagnostic laboratory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of typical laboratory equipment.


• Knowledge of statistical methods.


• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.


• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Oral and written communication skills.


• Animal hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, and blood bank.

Responsibilities

Instrumentation

• Operates general laboratory equipment including but not limited to: General office equipment, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes.

Quality Assurance

• Performs laboratory quality assurance testing.


• Receives the appropriate training for the type and complexity of the services offered prior to testing patient specimens.


• Performs practical test in hematology on unknown slides from varying species.


• (Note: The Medical Technologist must demonstrate that they can perform all testing reliably to provide and report accurate results).


• Participates in the Veterinary Association Quality Assurance Program.


• (Note: All proficiency-testing reports received are reviewed to evaluate the laboratories performance and to identify any problems that require corrective actions. An approved corrective action plan is followed when any proficiency testing results are found to be unacceptable or unsatisfactory).

Testing

• Performs moderate to high complexity testing and reports results.


• Regarding hematology, prepares and reviews differential slides for wellness and/or disease state, including interpreting data from the Advia 120 analyzer.


• Performs manual reticulocyte counts when appropriate.


• Regarding cytology, performs plasma protein, fibrinogen, mucin clot, cell counts manually or by instrumentation, and prep slides for pathologist review.


• Regarding chemistry, performs pretreated tests such as: urine calcium, urine magnesium, and urine phosphorus.


• All tests ran on the Vitros-4600 require determination of values outside reference intervals.


• The medical technologist must know when repeats and/or sample dilutions are required.


• Regarding urinalysis, performs dipstick and any confirmatory tests to affirm positive results. Interprets microscopic examination of urine sediment and when required, by stained slide.


• Regarding the blood bank, performs blood typing and cross matching on donor units.


• Performs saline agglutination tests to differentiate rouleaux from true agglutination.


• Runs and interprets coagulation data from