Sup Medical Technologist- Chemistry- Day Shift- Ben Taub

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform routine and high-complexity diagnostic testing across multiple facilities in Harris County, Texas. You will validate results, maintain quality controls, and ensure reagent stock levels while traveling between Ben Taub and Lyndon B.

Johnson Hospitals and affiliated clinics. The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Medical Technology or related science (or an MT program certificate) and ASCP MT certification, with a flexible work

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) OR Certificate of Completion of a Medical Technology Training Program.
• Associates Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science WITH ASCP Certification as a Medical Technologist MT (ASCP)
• Work Schedule: Flexible

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine and special diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Performs high complexity testing according to established procedures; validates and reports results.
• Performs and documents Quality Control; performs instrument and equipment maintenance.
• Maintains adequate stock of reagents and supplies; participates in continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Verbal

Analytical

Medical Terms

Research

Statistics

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Education

B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science

ASCP Certification MT (ASCP)

Associate Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science with MT (ASCP)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Performs a variety of routine and special diagnostic procedures on clinical specimens for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Performs high complexity testing according to established procedures. Validates and report results of tests performed. Performs and documents Quality Control. Performs instrument and equipment maintenance according to policy and procedures. Maintains adequate stock of reagents and supplies. Participates in continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) OR Certificate of Completion of a Medical Technology Training Program. OR
• Associates Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science or related science WITH ASCP Certification as a Medical Technologist ' MT (ASCP)
• Work Schedule: Flexible

Equipment Operated

• PC, printers, scanners.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills:
• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract), Writing /Composing, (Correspondence / Reports)
• Other Skills: Analytical, CRT, Medical Terms, Research, Statistical, P.C., MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access

Other Requirements

• Other Requirements: Travel between HCHD facilities