LAB TECHNOLOGIST (MT)

Chambers County Public Hospital District No 1•Mont Belvieu, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a PRN opportunity for a Laboratory Technologist (MT). The role involves performing various laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and managing laboratory records. The technologist will also be responsible for customer service and professional development, adhering to all hospital and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Requires strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Record daily temperatures for equipment and laboratory area, troubleshooting deviations.
Maintain reagent and supply inventory.
Perform and document all preventive maintenance for equipment and instrumentation.
Follow established safety guidelines for working in the laboratory.
Assist in the collection of patient samples as requested by physician, adhering to established laboratory procedures.
Process all samples and perform in-house testing according to written laboratory procedures.
Perform all laboratory tests with accuracy and efficiency adhering to Good Laboratory Practice standards.
Report out all results of tests performed and verify and sign prior to release for charting.
Perform all calibrations, quality control and quality assessment procedures according to manufacturer’s instructions and current laboratory policy, and document such actions.
Investigate any deviations from expected results or expected instrument performance and take action as directed by laboratory procedure such as troubleshooting and/or completion of Corrective Action Form.
Notify the Laboratory Director and/or the Technical Consultant if a test system is out of control and established procedures for troubleshooting do not solve the problem.
Receive, process and perform Proficiency testing samples in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and established laboratory protocol. Maintain accurate record of PT recipient, results and scores as directed.
File all paperwork according to laboratory procedures. Laboratory records are maintained for two years.
Adhere to all Chambers Health appearance standards and always maintain a professional dress while working.
Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers. Is responsive to customer needs.
Uses Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, client, and guests.
Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
Participates in self-development by attending mandatory in-services and educational programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment.
Maintains compliance with Chambers Health standards of operation. Always adheres to Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy. Maintains all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations and codes.
Maintains compliance with all requirements of Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
Performs other related duties as may be assigned by manager.