Medical Technologist (MT) PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) with company match

Free gym membership

Mental health services

Job summary

Lifepoint Health, Inc. is seeking a Medical Technologist (MT) for a PRN position at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. The MT will perform diagnostic testing and support physicians in monitoring disease states.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, MT licensure (ASCP/AMT preferred), and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The hospital emphasizes professional development and employee well-being as part of its benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred for MT role.
• Licensure via ASCP or AMT preferred; ensure licensure reflects education.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Critical thinking and decisive judgment required.

Responsibilities

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
• Collects samples and analyzes bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities.
• Collects blood and studies blood samples used in transfusions.
• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy and reports per standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments and equipment.
• Runs tests and reports results to physician or nurse.
• Performs Quality Assurance to ensure equipment accuracy.

Education

Bachelor's degree Preferred

Medical Technologist License through ASCP or AMT Preferred

Licensure to reflect education requirement

Ability to work in stressful environment

Job description

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute

Medical Technologist (MT)

PRN | Varies

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

Where We Are:

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

Why Choose Us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary:

A Medical Technologist performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing
• Collects samples and analyze bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities
• Collects blood and study blood samples used in transfusions Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner
• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment
• Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the physician or registered nurse
• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Preferred
• Medical Technologist License through ASCP or AMT Preferred
• Licensure to reflect education requirement
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EEOC Statement:

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.