Medical Technologist II- LBJ

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is a public healthcare safety-net provider serving Harris County, Texas. We seek a Medical Technologist to perform advanced laboratory testing and support quality assurance across our laboratory network, including Ben Taub and LBJ Hospitals.

The role emphasizes monitoring workflow, accuracy of results, regulatory compliance, and training staff while contributing to improvements and efficient operations across Harris Health facilities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Medical Technology or related field or completion of an accredited medical laboratory program.
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field preferred.
• Licenses/certifications in Medical Technology/MLS/Technologist in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or blood bank.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced laboratory testing and supports quality assurance.
• Monitors workflow, reviews results for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Provides guidance and training to staff and drives process improvements.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Research Knowledge and Abilities

Statistical Knowledge and Abilities

Verbal Communication

Writing/Reports

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science or related science

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Performs advanced laboratory testing while supporting operational oversight and quality assurance within the laboratory. Monitors workflow, reviews result for accuracy and assists with regulatory compliance activities to maintain high standards of performance. Provides guidance and training to staff while contributing to process improvements and ensuring efficient laboratory operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Related Science in (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (OR) Completion of an accredited medical laboratory technology/science program
• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Related Science in (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Medical Technologists or Medical Laboratory Science or Technologist in Hematology (H), Chemistry (C), Microbiology (M), Molecular Biology (MB), Blood Bank (BB) issued by ASCP, AMT, AAB

Work Experience:

• 0-2 Years of experience in Clinical Laboratory

Communication Skills:

• Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
• Writing/Correspondence
• Writing/Reports

Proficiencies:

• MS Excel
• MS Word

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Analytical Abilities
• Medical Terminology Knowledge
• Research Knowledge and Abilities
• Statistical Knowledge and Abilities

Work Schedule:

• Flexible

Other Requirements:

• MS Access
• Personal Computer
• May travel between Harris Health facilities