Medical Technologist I/II-Lab Services- Kelsey Seybold Clinic: North Houston

UnitedHealth Group • Houston, TX

133d • $23 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Medical Technologist I/II at varying levels (I, II). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or related science.
• 1 + years of clinical laboratory testing or clinical rotations from an accredited institution.
• ASCP eligible.
• Knowledge and skills to perform procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis.
• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance principles and proficiency testing procedures relating to waived testing.
• Knowledge of CAP, and CLIA regulations related to work area.
• Practical knowledge of routine laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Proven excellent time management skills- ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to efficiently manage lab operations.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• For Medical Technologist II: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or related science.
• 4 + years of clinical laboratory testing or clinical rotations from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Supervisor and Manager, the Medical Technologist is responsible for providing efficient and accurate analysis of specimens processed in the clinical laboratory to provide for quality patient care services.
• 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.
• Includes all duties of Medical Technologist I.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree