Medical Lab Technician
Schedule: PRN
Medical City Lewisville

Eligible for $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Position Summary:
To provide quality care for the patient by performing those tests requested by the physician using technical skills and training. Performs those tests under supervision in an expedient accurate and professional manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Model and ensure the "I AM HCA" behavioral standards are followed.
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  Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities.
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  Perform special assignments as needed/requested.
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  Serves as a clinical resource to department staff, students, volunteers and other departments, and contributes to the teamwork essential to ensuring quality patient care.
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  Takes appropriate measures to ensure safety of patients.
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  Attend staff meetings and in-services.
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  Transport patients safely.
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  Provide care of patients with a variety of medical diagnosis and resulting complications.
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  Performs tests accurately.
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  Maintains proficiency in all areas of the laboratory.
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  Ensures testing is performed in accordance to meet the individual needs of newborns to geriatric patients.
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  Responds effectively to STAT requests.
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  Uses good judgment in interpreting results to ensure accuracy.
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  Performs and documents all quality control as specified in a complete and timely manner.
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  Properly documents all remedial action taken to correct any deficiencies noted.
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  Performs and documents all prescribed equipment maintenance.
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  Follows proper procedure for infection control.
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  Is familiar with send out procedure.
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  Processes patients and specimens in the reception area.

License/Certification/Registration:

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  Registry as a Medical Laboratory Technician with the ASCP, AMT, or equivalent is required or must attain within 90 days of hire date.

Education:

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  At least one year of college with a strong course background in chemistry and biology.
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  Associates degree in Medical Technology or equivalent is strongly preferred, or military service equivalent.

Experience:

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  Previous experience in acute care hospital laboratory preferred.

Special Qualifications:

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  Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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  Ability to work with others to ensure quality patient care.
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  Strong problem solving skills.
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  Continuous focus on excellence in work environment.
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  Job requires ability to work all shifts required.
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  Be able to operate various instruments.
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  Be able to follow written instructions, use computers and perform procedures according to established standards of operation.
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  Must be able to handle stress and work well with the public and the professional staff.

At Medical City, you have options. You can choose from a variety of benefits to create a plan just for you. You can enroll in several different medical plans, if eligible, which includes vision and dental. You can even select additional à la carte benefits to meet all your needs. Enroll in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 401k (100% annual match – 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service), flex spending accounts for medial and childcare needs, participate in our tuition reimbursement/assistance and student loan repayment programs, paid personal leave, identity theft protection discounts; auto, home, and life insurance options, and adoption assistance.

About Medical City Lewisvlle:

Medical City Lewisville is focused on providing high-quality care to our community. We are dedicated to providing family-centered care with our experienced, multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate environment.

Built in 1976, Medical City Lewisville is a full-service medical and surgical facility offering 24-hour emergency services. We are licensed for 186 patient beds. Excellent customer service and patient safety are our top priorities. We are proud that more than 360 physicians and over 800 healthcare associates have chosen to make Medical City Lewisville their professional home. Our supportive environment, advanced technologies, and innovative medicines allow them to best treat you – our treasured patients – with the highest quality health care in a comfortable and compassionate setting.

Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications immediately. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.