Medical Technologist PRN

HCA Houston Healthcare; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland in Texas City, TX is seeking a Medical Technologist PRN to perform a wide range of laboratory tests across Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology and more.

The role requires MT/CLS/MLS certification or eligibility, strong attention to accuracy, and the ability to work independently with supervision. The facility emphasizes patient-centered care and offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field preferred; CLIA MT/MLS/CLS eligible with national certification.
• Three to five years experience preferred; recent grads acceptable.
• ASCP or AMT certification required or eligible within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology and Immunology.
• Review accuracy of patient results before reporting and notify supervisor of issues.
• Assist in training new staff and participate in quality assurance initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Independent judgment

Team cooperation

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Medical Technology

CLIA MT/MLS/CLS eligible or ASCP/AMT

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

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

Job Summary And Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY: Utilizes Licensed Medical Technician skills and training to perform test of samples of blood, urine and other body fluids to obtain information utilized in diagnosis and evaluation of a patient’s medical situations. Performs laboratory tests and procedures, which require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with supervision.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses ability to access data, interpret age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform specific competencies as listed on the Competency Validation Checklist.
• Meets mutually agreed upon performance goals/objectives established annually as listed on the Performance Management Plan.
• Displays courteous behavior and cooperative relationships with customers and co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES:

Duties & Responsibilities

• Based on skill levels, assists in various departments as needed.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and
• automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology,
• Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
• Reviews the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting. Does not report questionable test
• results, notifies supervisor and if needed, has specimen recollected for all tests.
• Performs testing on pending laboratory specimens, completes work as assigned, and reviews or resolves
• any pending tests to the next shift.
• Performs proficiency testing as needed.
• Calls and documents critical values within time limits established.
• Maintains instruments, performs basic instrument troubleshooting, and calls vendor technical service
• promptly with more complicated problems.
• Takes the initiative to assist in other areas of the department when needed, based on technical ability.
• Assists in performing venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics
• when needed.
• Actively participates in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Actively participates in the quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives of the department.
• Reports results accurately in computer with less than 2 errors per year which require a corrected report. No
• serious errors are permitted.
• Performs and verifies Quality Control results accurately/timely, and documents corrective action to resolve
• any QC outliers.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures as requested by
• supervisor/manager
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager or Laboratory Director.

POSITION QUALIFICATION:

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology (MT), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Biological sciences or related field of study preferred. Will accept an associate degree in a laboratory science or be qualified under CLIA guidelines for Medical Laboratory Technician with an approved National Certification for MT.
• Three to five years of experience preferred, but a recent graduate is acceptable.
• Approved National Certification with ASCP, or AMT. Recent graduate must be eligible to sit for MT or equivalent certification exam as MT (ASCP or AMT) and is required within 180 days of hire.
• Good communication skills and basic computer skilled needed.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• 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.

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland, a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, has been serving Texas City, Texas for more than 60 years - bringing compassionate, "patients first" care into Galveston County and the surrounding communities. Since being founded in 1952, HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland has grown from a 90-bed hospital to a 220+ bed acute care facility offering quality care with premium services. That growth is a reflection of the changing needs of our community and patients, as well as rapidly advancing medical technology. Our highly skilled staff and specialized physicians provide service excellence to all of our patients. Our services include inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty services. We are a Level IV Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center. Together, we offer a complete range of specialized health programs to improve the health of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

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.