Medical Technologist Student PRN

HCA Healthcare•Wichita, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Medical Technologist Student performs, evaluates, and reports clinical laboratory test results used by physicians to diagnose and treat patients. The role includes specimen collection and processing, equipment operation and troubleshooting, analytical evaluation, and communication of results. The student performs high-complexity laboratory testing according to written procedures and supports accurate, timely laboratory operations while serving patients from newborn through geriatric age.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited Medical Technology program.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Adapt techniques and care to the ages, cultural differences, and spiritual needs of patients served, from newborn through geriatric.
Perform high-complexity clinical laboratory tests according to written procedures and communicate results to the appropriate caregiver.
Evaluate test-result acceptability using specimen suitability, methodology, quality-control parameters, age-related and disease-related factors, and critical values; verify acceptable results.
Take established remedial and corrective action when results are equivocal or equipment malfunctions occur.
Document work activities and report test results using clerical and computer functions.
Collect specimens by venipuncture, heel stick, or other appropriate methods when requested.
Perform quality control, equipment calibration, and equipment maintenance according to written procedures.
Handle and process hazardous chemicals and waste properly.
Perform other assigned job duties.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits, subject to eligibility.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence, subject to eligibility.
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.
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.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement-readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.