Medical Technologist PRN

Doctors Hospital of Augusta; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9

Employee stock purchase

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of the HCA Healthcare family, is seeking a Medical Technologist PRN to perform laboratory procedures, interpret results, and maintain quality control in a hospital laboratory.

The role emphasizes independent judgment under supervision, adherence to CAP guidelines, and strong commitment to patient safety and infection control.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist by ASCP.
• NAACLS accredited Medical Technology program completed or eligible.
• Hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all approved laboratory procedures in assigned areas of licensure with high theoretical knowledge and technical expertise.
• Exercise independent judgment under minimum to moderate supervision.
• Organize workload and report results timely according to patient needs.
• Determine acceptability of results and request assistance when needed.
• Record and document corrective actions when QC results are out of limits.
• Follow best practice methodologies and CAP proficiency guidelines.
• Ensure high-quality test performance with daily maintenance and inventory awareness.
• Practice infection control and maintain a clean work area.

Education

ASCP registered Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist

NAACLS accredited Medical Technology program

Bachelor's or AS/BS in Medical Technology

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Medical Technologist PRN today with Doctors Hospital of Augusta.

Job Summary And Qualifications

What you will do in this role:

• You will perform all approved laboratory procedures in assigned areas of licensure, which may require a high degree of theoretical knowledge and technical expertise in licensed areas
• You will be empowered to exercise independent judgment under minimum to moderate degree of supervision.
• You will demonstrate skills in performing routine procedures, interpreting results and taking appropriate actions when necessary, organizing workload to achieve efficiency and report results in a timely manner according to patient needs.
• You will exercise judgment to determine the acceptability or rejection of results according to standards set for tests, and request assistance when needed from more experienced medical technologists or technical manager.
• You will perform, record, and document corrective action when quality control results are not within defined limits and adhering to the established policies, procedures and CAP proficiency guidelines.
• You will follow best practice methodologies prescribed, demonstrating your skill and ability to following laboratory compliance policies and procedures.
• You will ensure that the proper operation for high-quality test performance is achieved by performing daily maintenance, while ensuring an awareness of supply stock and replenishing methods.
• You will practice infection control by careful hand washing and by wearing personal protective equipment, for the safety of patient and self, while maintaining a well-kept work area.

What qualifications you may need:

• Must be currently registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist by ASCP
• Technician certification or certification eligible* as defined by GDHR.
• AS or BS in Medical Technology or Baccalaureate degree plus completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology program
• Hospital laboratory experience preferred

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.