Medical Laboratory Technician

Description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:Medical Laboratory TechnicianAustin Diagnostic Clinic

Austin Diagnostic Clinic, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Medical Laboratory Technician for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Performs laboratory testing in the clinical laboratory.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Prepare samples for analysis

Monitor tests and procedures

Performs chemical analysis of blood and other body fluids to determine chemical components

Mounts, stains, and examines smears under microscope for bacteria

Performs hematological examinations making complete blood counts

Examines smears for parasites or other irregularities in the specimen

Performs other blood tests as ordered for patient care

Performs a variety of bacteriological tests

Performs quality control checks of instruments, solutions, and test results against established standards

Performs microscopic examinations of body cells to identify abnormalities

Performs routine laboratory procedures such as preparing slides and culturing media

Prepares reagents, stains, and other chemical solutions

Inventories laboratory supplies, cleans equipment and work areas and disposes of contaminated materials

Logs patient specimens and enters test results on forms

Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and compiles statistics as directed

Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested

Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations

Maintains equipment

Orders and stocks all supplies

Perform other duties as required

Must read and understand and adhere to all Physician Services policies and procedures

Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values statements

EDUCATION:

Completion of License/Certification program

EXPERIENCE:

No experience Requirements

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

Must be certified in accordance to state regulations

Certification bodies include American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Certification

Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel (NCAMLP), or the American Medical Technologists (AMT)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of current medical terminology

Skill in problem solving

Skill in organization

Skill in using basic office equipment, including computer, telephone, photocopier, and fax machine

Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work effectively under stress.

Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others.

Skill in developing and maintaining quality assurance

Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds 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.

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Laboratory Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

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.