Microbiology Technologist

HCA Healthcare; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &-

Vision benefits

Wellbeing support and counseling

401(k) with employer match

Tuition & certification support

Dependent scholarships

Job summary

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing under supervision.

The role requires national certification, state licensure where applicable, and strong knowledge of laboratory methods, quality control and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential for collaboration with peers and customers.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry required.
• National Certification as a Microbiology Technologist required.
• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV) where applicable.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods and infectious disease processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing independently.
• Ensure timely testing and compliance with policies and accrediting requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment per schedule.
• Apply laboratory medicine concepts and ensure accuracy of results.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Prioritization

Lab knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology or related

Bachelor's degree preferred

National Certification as Microbiology Technologist

State license where required

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

You Will:

• Perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager or director.
• Assure that specimen processing and testing performed are performed in a timely manner and are compliant with department policies and procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
• Perform and practice preventive maintenance on equipment per department schedule.
• Apply concepts of laboratory medicine and utilize independent judgement and problem-solving skills to ensure the accuracy of test results and proper equipment performance.
• Understand laboratory quality control and quality assurance management in accordance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to department policy with regards to quality control and quality assurance for laboratory testing and equipment performance
• Act as a resource to peers and customers.
• Models teamwork.
• Assist in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.

You Should Have:

• Associate's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry required
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry preferred
• National Certification as a Microbiology Technologist required
• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV)
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods demonstrates knowledge of microbiology, serology and infectious disease processes with correlation of disease states and results.
• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements
• General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective teamwork
• Effective and proactive problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize work

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

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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.