Part-Time Medical Lab Tech – Precision Diagnostics Expert

Prime Healthcare Services; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA and otherLeave

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Many other amazing benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services in Harlingen, Texas, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for part-time, 8-hour shifts in the Clinical Lab at Harlingen Medical Center. The position offers variable shifts and is on-site.

Responsibilities include collecting and processing specimens, performing routine and specialized tests, interpreting results, and maintaining quality control. The role requires adherence to safety policies and may involve patient interaction during specimen collection.

Qualifications

• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
• ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment.
• Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens such as blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for analysis
• Perform routine and specialized tests to analyze specimens and provide data on patient health, which may include tests in hematology, chemistry, and other areas
• Interpret lab test results and ensure accuracy, you may also enter data into laboratory information systems and prepare reports for healthcare providers
• Follow quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results, this may involve calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment and performing routine maintenance tasks
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety regulations, and accreditation standards, which could include maintaining a clean and organized work environment and using personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Occasionally interact with patients, particularly when collecting specimens, and explain procedures to ensure patient comfort and cooperation

Education

ASCP certification, or equivalent

Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or coursework for MLT

Job description

Prime Healthcare Services in Harlingen, Texas, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for part-time, 8-hour shifts in the Clinical Lab at Harlingen Medical Center. The position offers variable shifts and is on-site.

Responsibilities include collecting and processing specimens, performing routine and specialized tests, interpreting results, and maintaining quality control. The role requires adherence to safety policies and may involve patient interaction during specimen collection.