Medical Technologist PRN

TriStar Centennial Medical Center; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

401(k) Plan with employer match

Tuition assistance and student loan support

Free counseling and referral services

Job summary

TriStar Centennial Medical Center seeks a Medical Technologist PRN to perform tests on blood and body fluids for diagnostic purposes. The role includes supervising lab technicians and maintaining quality standards while fostering a supportive team environment.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science and national registration as a Medical Lab Scientist. Excellent benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a chemical, physical, biological, or other life science.
• Relevant generalist clinical laboratory experience within the last five years.
• National registration as an MLS(ASCP)cm, MT(ASCP), or state-specific MT license.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on blood and other body fluids to diagnose medical conditions.
• Supervise Medical Lab Technician and maintain quality standards.
• Complete documentation of patient results accurately and timely.

Skills

Laboratory testing proficiency

Quality control procedures

Computer system proficiency

Problem-solving in equipment troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life science

National Registration as MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or equivalent

Job description

Medical Technologist PRN

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) utilizes skills and training to perform tests of samples of blood, urine and other body fluids to obtain information utilized in diagnosis and evaluation of patient medical status. Supervises the Medical Lab Technician (MLT). Participates in Performance Improvement activities to assure continuous Quality Improvement. Maintains appropriate awareness when dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and all other customers. Promotes a supportive, team‑work oriented environment. Fulfills departmental responsibilities with the long‑range plan, mission, vision and values.

You Will:

• Be proficient with information system computer functions relative to job duties.
• Demonstrate responsibility and accountability in the performance of accurate and timely laboratory testing.
• Work is organized and performed according to section procedure manual so that other personnel can follow workflow.
• Proficiency testing samples are analyzed according to instructions and are completed within the allowable time frame.
• Assume responsibility of the department as appropriate in the absence of the supervisor.
• Consistently complete all required records/documentation pertaining to patient results.
• Perform stat procedures within established turnaround time targets.
• Demonstrate the ability to use good judgment and independent thinking in the correlation and interpretation of patient results (including performing delta checks, etc.).
• Review pending logs (OSR) and result logs; resolve any outstanding workload or communicate to staff relief.Perform quality control procedures per protocol and complete necessary documentation. Assure that quality control results are within acceptable guidelines and parameters.
• Takes pertinent corrective action when the patient, control, standard, calibration and/or proficiency results are not within appropriate guidelines.
• Assist supervisor in meeting department regulatory agency requirements (CAP, etc.).
• Equipment is operated correctly and periodic maintenance is performed according to schedule. Demonstrate the ability to perform equipment troubleshooting to resolve basic equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in monitoring reagents and supply inventories and utilize them appropriately.
• Handle all problem and/or critical laboratory specimens/test results according to established procedures and in a timely manner.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a chemical/physical/biological or other life science and relevant generalist clinical laboratory experience within the last five years, OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in laboratory medical technology, with clinical rotation.
• National Registration as an MLS(ASCP)cm, MT(ASCP), MT(AMT), MT(AAB), MT(HEW) OR State Specific MT License.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.