Medical Technologist I: Lab Diagnostics & Impact

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine and high-complexity diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens, ensuring accurate testing and reporting.

The role emphasizes Quality Control, reagent inventory, and ongoing education, with travel between Harris Health facilities. The position requires flexibility and strong communication skills, working across multiple clinical sites.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• ACCEPTED: accredited medical laboratory technology/science program.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Medical Technology/CLS.
• No experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• MS Access, MS Excel, MS Word proficiency.
• Analytical and statistical knowledge.
• Ability to travel between Harris Health facilities.
• Personal computer literacy.
• Medical Terminology knowledge.
• Research knowledge.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Heavy public contact with patients.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains adequate stock of reagents and supplies.
• Participates in continuing education.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Medical Terminology

Research Knowledge

Statistical Knowledge

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Accredited MLT/CLS Program

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/CLS (Preferred)

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health System in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine and high-complexity diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens, ensuring accurate testing and reporting.

The role emphasizes Quality Control, reagent inventory, and ongoing education, with travel between Harris Health facilities. The position requires flexibility and strong communication skills, working across multiple clinical sites.