Medical Laboratory Technologist (Weekends)

Principle Health Systems•Irving, TX

9d•$26 - $30

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform laboratory testing, ensure compliance with quality standards, maintain laboratory equipment, and support productive laboratory operations. This is a part-time, permanent generalist position in the core laboratory in Irving, Texas. Testing includes hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, and some microbiology. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, either 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.–3:30 a.m. Compensation is hourly, with a laboratory shift differential. The technologist performs testing according to standard operating procedures; maintains quality control, accreditation, safety, and regulatory compliance; troubleshoots equipment; and uses laboratory resources efficiently. The role also includes accurately completing, verifying, reporting, and documenting results, maintaining proficiency with laboratory information systems, supporting quality assurance and proficiency testing, organizing work to meet workload demands, assisting and mentoring colleagues and students as assigned, and providing professional customer service. Additional laboratory duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a science-related field.
MLT or MLS certification through ASCP or AMT is required.
Experience working as a generalist completing testing in hematology, coagulation, chemistry, urinalysis, and some microbiology.
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
Manual dexterity to handle instruments and perform precise tasks.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of clinical laboratory experience working as a generalist is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing in the assigned section according to standard operating procedures.
Participate in competency assessments and complete them on time.
Follow quality control policies, troubleshoot issues, and refrain from reporting patient results when quality controls are out of range.
Comply with accreditation standards, including periodic SOP reviews and documentation.
Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment.
Use reagents, supplies, and other company resources efficiently to minimize costs.
Complete, verify, and report test results accurately and on time.
Notify the laboratory manager of reporting errors and ensure appropriate corrective actions.
Notify providers of critical values and document those notifications according to CAP requirements.
Maintain proficiency with the laboratory information system, computer systems, and processes.
Comply with safety guidelines, procedures, and regulatory mandates.
Participate in proficiency testing and adhere to the laboratory’s Quality Assurance program.
Prioritize and organize work to meet workload demands efficiently.
Assist peers and supervisors after completing assigned work; begin work as scheduled and follow the attendance policy.
Work independently and use available resources to maximize efficiency.
Participate in process improvement projects.
Coach and mentor students and Lab Assistants as assigned.
Handle customer service interactions professionally and help resolve issues for internal and external clients.
Enter specimen data, analyze and evaluate patient results, and store patient information and results for future access as required.
Complete additional laboratory tasks as assigned by management.