Medical Technologist III- LBJ

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health, serving Harris County, Texas, seeks a Medical Technologist to perform advanced lab testing and oversee quality assurance within the laboratory. The role supports regulatory compliance and provides staff guidance to maintain high standards.

From a network of hospitals and clinics, Harris Health emphasizes compassionate care, education, and community health. The position requires collaboration across departments and may involve travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology or related science or completion of an accredited program
• Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology or related science (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced laboratory testing and supports quality assurance activities.
• Monitors workflow and reviews results for accuracy.
• Assists with regulatory compliance and staff training.
• Contributes to process improvements and efficient laboratory operations.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Research Knowledge

Statistical Knowledge

Verbal Communication

Writing/Reports

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Technology or related science

Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology or related science (Preferred)

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Personal Computer

Job description

About Us

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.

Degrees

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
• Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Related Science in (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Science or Technologist in Hematology (H),
• Chemistry (C), Microbiology (M), Molecular Biology (MB), Blood Bank (BB) issued by ASCP, AMT, AAB
• ASCP: American Society for Clinical Pathology
• AMT: American Medical Technologists
• AAB: American Association of Bioanalysts

Work Experience

Three (3) years of work experience in Clinical Laboratory

Communication Skills

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

Proficiencies

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Personal Computer

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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

Work Schedule

Flexible

Other Requirements

May travel between Harris Health facilities