Microbiology Technologist — Impactful Diagnostics & Collaboration

HCA Healthcare; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Fertility and family building benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in Dallas seeks a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing under supervision, ensuring accuracy and timely results. You will apply lab medicine concepts, maintain quality controls, and support equipment performance.

The ideal candidate holds an AS or BS in a related field, is nationally certified, and has state licensure where required.

Qualifications

• 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 microbiology, serology and infectious disease processes
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Prioritization

Organization

Customer support

Education

AS in Medical Technology

BS in Medical Technology

National certification

State licensure

Job description

HCA Healthcare in Dallas seeks a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing under supervision, ensuring accuracy and timely results. You will apply lab medicine concepts, maintain quality controls, and support equipment performance.

The ideal candidate holds an AS or BS in a related field, is nationally certified, and has state licensure where required.