Medical Laboratory Technician PRN

HCA Healthcare•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician applies general and department-specific laboratory policies and procedures, follows regulatory guidelines, and reviews policy changes. The technician works independently with little or no supervision, assesses situations and determines appropriate actions, and may assume tech-in-charge responsibilities by directing staff activities or functions. The role includes demonstrating and maintaining competency in designated laboratory sections, completing proficiency testing and required training, participating in continuing education, and helping with general laboratory duties such as receiving specimens and putting away supplies. The technician organizes daily work, troubleshoots instrument issues, documents corrective actions, and performs repairs when needed. The role also involves investigating specimen collection problems using the Outstanding Specimen Report and specimen tracking tools when appropriate; performing and documenting quality control, preventive maintenance, and equipment safety checks; and training new employees or students. The technician must communicate appropriately with patients and staff and follow laboratory policies related to the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, including critical-call read-back and patient identification.

Requirements

Associate degree in Medical Technology, Biological Science, Chemical Science, or Physical Science.
Successful completion of registry within 18 months of hire.
Continuing education to maintain registry or licensure as required.
Ability to demonstrate competency in assigned laboratory sections and perform proficiency testing accurately.
Ability to work independently, assess situations, and determine appropriate actions.
Ability to troubleshoot instruments and resolve specimen collection problems.
Knowledge of laboratory quality control, equipment maintenance, and applicable patient safety policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
Registry or licensure in a specialty area may be considered.

Responsibilities

Follow general laboratory and department- or section-specific policies and procedures, review policy changes, and adhere to regulatory guidelines.
Assess situations, determine appropriate actions, and perform duties independently with little or no supervision.
Assume tech-in-charge duties when necessary, including directing staff activities or functions.
Demonstrate initial and annual competency in designated laboratory sections within required deadlines.
Perform proficiency testing accurately when scheduled and participate in continuing education and mandatory annual training.
Assist with laboratory duties, including specimen receiving and putting away supplies.
Organize and complete daily tasks in assigned areas.
Troubleshoot and resolve instrument problems, document corrective actions, and perform instrumentation repairs when necessary.
Investigate and resolve specimen collection problems using the Outstanding Specimen Report and specimen tracking tool when appropriate.
Perform and log quality control, work within control limits and trends, and follow procedures for corrective action.
Perform and document equipment preventive maintenance and safety checks according to schedule.
Train new employees and/or students in general and department- or section-specific laboratory policies and procedures.
Communicate with and provide care for patients, and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served.
Follow laboratory policies related to Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, including critical-call read-back and patient identification.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.