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Harlingen Medical Center

Medical Lab Tech

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What they do

A Medical Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.

$48,321 / year median in Texas

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Medical Lab Tech Harlingen Medical Center - 3.3 Harlingen, TX Job Details Part-time 6 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Bereavement leave Qualifications Biology Patient comfort Laboratory safety Maintaining an organized workspace Laboratory equipment performance testing and validation Safety protocol adherence Safety regulations Phlebotomy specimen handling Mid-level Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Laboratory test results documentation Laboratory equipment calibration Implementing laboratory quality control protocols Laboratory reports Hematology Laboratory compliance Clinical Laboratory Technologist License Laboratory preventive maintenance Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology Chemistry Biological analysis Safety equipment Patient interaction Medical lab results review Clean workspace maintenance Patient education Chemical testing Associate's degree Clinical chemistry testing Blood work assessment
Full Job Description Overview:
Position:
MLT Department:
Clinical Lab Shift's Available:
Variable Employment Type:
Part Time Hours:
8-hour shifts
Location:
Harlingen Medical Center -
Harlingen, Texas 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
Qualifications:
1. Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required 2. ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment. 3. Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for
MLT. 4. 1
year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred
Pay Transparency:
Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Full benefits at
Prime Healthcare:
https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
Employment Status:
Part Time > 59
Shift:
Variable Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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