Microbiology Technologist

HCA Healthcare•Brentwood, TN

About The Position

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing and microbiology, serology, and infectious disease testing, including moderate- and high-complexity testing. The technologist works under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director and ensures work is timely and compliant with department policies, procedures, and accrediting agency requirements. The role uses independent judgment and problem-solving to support accurate results and proper equipment performance, applies quality control and quality assurance practices, and serves as a resource to peers and customers. The technologist may also assist with orientation, training, and competency documentation for department personnel. HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services provides clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services to hospitals, physicians, and other clients. The organization describes its laboratory infrastructure as including a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and hospital-based rapid-response laboratories across four Florida divisions. The core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehabilitation hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
National certification as a Microbiology Technologist.
State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV).
Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, microbiology, serology, and infectious disease processes, including correlation of disease states and results.
General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines.
Excellent communication skills.
Effective teamwork skills.
Effective and proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize work.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform specimen processing and microbiology, serology, and infectious disease testing independently, including moderate- and high-complexity testing, under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director.
Ensure specimen processing and testing are completed in a timely manner and comply with department policies, procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment according to the department schedule.
Apply laboratory medicine concepts, independent judgment, and problem-solving skills to ensure accurate test results and proper equipment performance.
Understand and follow laboratory quality control and quality assurance requirements for testing and equipment performance.
Act as a resource to peers and customers and model teamwork.
Assist with orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine plans.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and 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. Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.