Medical Technologist PRN

Parkridge Medical Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist PRN. This role involves performing laboratory procedures crucial for disease diagnosis and treatment. Candidates must possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and certification, ensuring compliance with laboratory standards in a compassionate patient care environment. Join a committed team dedicated to comprehensive healthcare services, offering competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage with prescriptions

401(k) Plan with maximum employer match

Education assistance for tuition and certifications

Flexible spending accounts and supplemental health protection

Employee recognition programs and paid time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with relevant clinical laboratory experience.
• National certification must be obtained within first six months.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Collects and prepares specimens for laboratory testing.
• Performs tests and reports results accurately and timely.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory procedures and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of physiology

Specimen handling

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/physical/biological or other life science

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

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Description

HCA Parkridge Medical Center

2333 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Medical Technologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Parkridge Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Parkridge Medical Center offers compassionate care and advanced technology in a comfortable and convenient setting. The 275-bed hospital near downtown Chattanooga features comprehensive diagnostic and medical/surgical services, including cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. As part of the Parkridge Health System, patients also have access to OB-GYN services, a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Medical Technologist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

The Medical Technologist collects and prepares specimens and performs laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Verifies, records and reports lab results in an accurate and timely manner on all performed tests. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment, instruments and work area.

Job Responsibilities

• You will possess extensive knowledge of physiology and function of the normal human body, and the changes in the bod from disease relevant to the testing in their assigned testing section.
• You will follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• You will perform only those tests authorized by the Laboratory Director based upon having the degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training, or experience and technical abilities.
• You will perform various types of laboratory test(s) on specimens, evaluates test results according to predefined criteria, and report/enter/verify test results in Laboratory Information System.
• You will be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problem or immediately notify the coordinator, laboratory management or medical director.
• You will document all corrective actions taken when the systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
  
  

Job Requirements

• 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) or equivalent (e.g. AMT, AAB, HEW), or registry-eligible at date of hire.
• If not held at date of hire, national certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with all staff, patients, patient families and vendors
  
  

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB-GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Technologist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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

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