Medical Technologist Lead

HCA Healthcare•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Do you have the career opportunities as a Medical Technologist Lead you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Research Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Medical Technologist Lead where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Under the general supervision of the Blood Bank Section Manager provides technical leadership and oversight for the personnel in the section/laboratory. Plans and coordinates daily activities for laboratory personnel. Provides documentation and makes recommendations to the manager for performance evaluations and/or disciplinary action of section/laboratory employees. Performs preanalytic, analytic, and post-analytic biochemical/hematologic testing responsibilities. Investigates technical, instrumental, and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results. Monitors quality control and inventory of supplies and reagents. Maintains a safe work area. Demonstrates professional work habits and interpersonal skills. Participates in performance improvement activities, evaluation of new test methodologies/instrumentation, and management of laboratory data. Correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states to determine validity and/or whether follow-up tests should be performed; teaches theory and procedures using educational methodology to clinical laboratory science (medical technology) students; assists with the orientation and training of MLT/CLT, Non-registered MT/CLS, and Registered MT/CLS employees. The primary analytic testing responsibilities for the employee will be in the Chemistry (includes Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Special Chemistry) section of the Laboratory. Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes womens services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Technologist Lead opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

Requirements

Bachelors Degree as a (MT-AAB) Medical Technologist, or (MLS) Medical Laboratory Scientist
3 years experience in an accredited laboratory required

Nice To Haves

2 years experience in the technical area preferred
Hospital laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides technical leadership and oversight for the personnel in the section/laboratory.
Plans and coordinates daily activities for laboratory personnel.
Provides documentation and makes recommendations to the manager for performance evaluations and/or disciplinary action of section/laboratory employees.
Performs preanalytic, analytic, and post-analytic biochemical/hematologic testing responsibilities.
Investigates technical, instrumental, and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results.
Monitors quality control and inventory of supplies and reagents.
Maintains a safe work area.
Demonstrates professional work habits and interpersonal skills.
Participates in performance improvement activities, evaluation of new test methodologies/instrumentation, and management of laboratory data.
Correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states to determine validity and/or whether follow-up tests should be performed
Teaches theory and procedures using educational methodology to clinical laboratory science (medical technology) students
Assists with the orientation and training of MLT/CLT, Non-registered MT/CLS, and Registered MT/CLS employees.
The primary analytic testing responsibilities for the employee will be in the Chemistry (includes Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Special Chemistry) section of the Laboratory.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.