Medical Laboratory Technician - Nights
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Tomball
Posted on: September 30, 2024
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Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Medical Laboratory Technician position
is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses,
which necessitates knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles,
and equipment and their interrelationship. This position exercises
good judgment by using critical thinking skills and deals with
issue resolution concerning the day-to-day technical operation of
the laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Technician also ensures that
specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to
deliver quality laboratory results in an effective and
cost-efficient manner. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a
positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team
focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve
optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the
patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent
patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager.
Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiatives.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs qualitative and quantitative
tests and examination using various analyzers and/or manual
methods. Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all
available work time by assisting others and performing additional
tasks. Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by management.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates the six elements of
competency for test systems used to generate patient test results
in all areas assigned to work. Recognizes, investigates and helps
resolve test discrepancies. When problems arise, takes appropriate
action to investigate and address and notifies management and the
medical director for follow-up. Performs instrument calibrations,
validations, quality control testing, maintenance, and function
checks. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Adjusts work schedule to
accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately
utilizes the time recording system. Uses resources efficiently;
does not waste supplies. Restocks section inventory levels as
needed. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Seeks opportunities
to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on
continual development. Reviews and utilizes Standard Operating
Procedure and offers suggestions for improvement. This job
description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will
also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as
assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties
and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION Graduate of
education program approved by the credentialing body for the
required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications,
Licenses and Registrations section WORK EXPERIENCE One year of work
or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferred LICENSES
AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED CLA - Certified Laboratory Assistant
(ASCP) within 1 year OR MLT(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Technician
(ASCP) within 1 year OR MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician (AMT)
within 1 year KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the
skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned
job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments,
and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking,
reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the
essential functions of this job, especially with regard to
activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability
to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family
members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer
service focus and application of positive language principles
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy
workflow with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and
ability to achieve and maintain accuracy Demonstrates independent
judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and
take corrective action Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates
multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory
Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and
testing records and other related documents Demonstrates the
ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient care
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes
Business professional Yes Other (department approved) No ON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below. On Call Yes TRAVEL Travel specifications may
vary by department May require travel within the Houston
Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston
Metropolitan area Yes Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress
Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be
Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most
advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100
beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the
heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will
be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented
during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication
with physicians, staff and families the very best and most
effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital
won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and
specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an equal
opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled
persons and veterans. Equal Employment Opportunity Houston
Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor ---
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Keywords: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston , Medical Laboratory Technician - Nights, Professions , Tomball, Texas
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