Medical Technologist I: Night Shift Lab Excellence

Community Health Systems; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood and body fluids during night shifts. The role emphasizes accurate results, quality control, and instrument maintenance to support patient care.

The position may involve teaching new staff, assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance, and performing phlebotomy duties as needed to ensure efficient laboratory operations and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Medical Technology or related field.
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, notifying appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including PPE and Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates updates on unusual results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues to staff.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required.
• Collaborates with team to complete shift duties and department responsibilities efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science

Proficiency examination score approved by HHS (HEW)

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood and body fluids during night shifts. The role emphasizes accurate results, quality control, and instrument maintenance to support patient care.

The position may involve teaching new staff, assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance, and performing phlebotomy duties as needed to ensure efficient laboratory operations and patient safety.