Medical Technologist II - Lab Services - Kelsey Seybold Clinics: North Houston Campus

UnitedHealth Group•Houston, TX

16h•$24 - $43•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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or related science OR Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required for Technician candidates
4+ years of clinical laboratory testing
Clinical rotations from an accredited institution
ASCP eligible
Proven knowledge and skills to perform procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis
Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to deliver organized and concise presentations tailored to audience
Proven excellent time management skills- ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to efficiently manage lab operations
Ability to implement change in a positive, sensitive, and forward- thinking manner
Ability to collaborate and promote teamwork
Demonstrated positive, can-do attitude coupled with a sense of urgency
Ability to create a trusting, positive, and supportive work environment
Ability to operate in high-pressure situations
Proven knowledge of quality control, quality assurance principles and proficiency testing procedures relating to waived testing
Proven knowledge of CAP, and CLIA regulations related to work area
Proven superb attention to details
Proven excellent customer service skills, business etiquette, able to adhere to professional standards
Demonstrated practical knowledge of routine laboratory equipment and procedures
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification or equivalent
2+ years in Chemistry and/or Hematology

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
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.