Medical Technologist

HCA Healthcare • Derry, NH

3d

About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs hematologic, chemical, microscopic, morphologic, immunologic, and microbiologic testing promptly and reliably, in accordance with hospital and departmental policies. The role implements new instrumentation and methodologies, develops procedural protocols, and trains laboratory personnel in the use of instrumentation. The Medical Technologist participates in quality assurance activities and supports compliance with JCAHO and CAP accreditation standards and guidelines.

The position works independently with limited supervision, establishes priorities for procedure-oriented operations, and prioritizes specimens to ensure timely completion within assigned shifts. Duties include demonstrating competency in designated laboratory sections, performing and documenting instrument maintenance, conducting quality control, troubleshooting instruments, and completing laboratory information system tasks. The role also supports patient and customer satisfaction, safety, billing compliance, the Code of Conduct, and HIPAA requirements relevant to the laboratory and facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Clinical Laboratory Science program.
• ASCP-eligible certification or equivalent.
• Demonstrate initial and annual competency in designated laboratory sections, including phlebotomy as needed.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform hematologic, chemical, microscopic, morphologic, immunologic, and microbiologic testing according to established policies.
• Implement new instrumentation and methodologies, develop procedural protocols, and train laboratory personnel in the use of instrumentation.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and support JCAHO and CAP accreditation standards and guidelines.
• Apply laboratory policies, procedures, and practices; make decisions and establish priorities for procedure-oriented operations while working with limited supervision.
• Demonstrate initial and annual competency in designated laboratory sections, including phlebotomy as needed.
• Prioritize work to complete assigned tasks within the shift and expected intervals for stat, routine, and timed specimens.
• Maintain constructive communication with supervisors, coworkers, and internal and external customers; respond to patient and client expectations.
• Complete laboratory computer tasks, including email, corrected reports, documentation, faxing, add-on tests and cancellations, site batches, and LIS functions.
• Perform and document instrument maintenance, perform quality control according to established procedures, and troubleshoot instruments.
• Participate in laboratory quality assurance, safety, billing compliance, Code of Conduct, and HIPAA initiatives as relevant to the position.
• Adhere to Parkland Medical Center’s mission, vision, and values; promote customer satisfaction, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Work as scheduled and comply with the Attendance and Tardiness Policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• 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.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time