Microbiology Technologist PRN
About The Position
HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is hiring a PRN Microbiology Technologist in Lenexa, Kansas. The role performs stat and routine microbiology, serology, and infectious disease testing under the guidance of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director. It includes specimen processing, testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with department policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards. The technologist applies laboratory medicine knowledge, independent judgment, and problem-solving skills to deliver timely and accurate results and support service excellence, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and coordination across department and hospital activities. HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services. Its infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and hospital-based rapid-response laboratories in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehabilitation hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry, unless qualified under the stated CLIA provision for personnel who were qualified and continuously serving as testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of and since December 28, 2024.
- National certification as a Medical Technologist; AMT or ASCP certification is acceptable. Non-certified individuals must obtain certification within one year of hire.
- State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, TN, or WV).
- Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods and best practices.
- Expertise in microbiology, serology, and infectious disease processes, including correlating disease states and results.
- Understanding of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
- General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines and procedures.
- Strong written and verbal communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to train others and share knowledge effectively.
- Ability to assimilate and analyze information and recommend appropriate actions.
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, develop plans, and execute them effectively.
- Ability to understand work situations in a broader context.
- Proficiency with information-system computer functions relevant to the job and Microsoft Word.
- Ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment, make sound decisions under pressure, handle multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently with self-motivation and initiative; strong analytical, problem-solving, attention-to-detail, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Specialist in Microbiology (SM) certification is desired.
Responsibilities
- Perform specimen processing and stat and routine microbiology, serology, and infectious disease testing.
- Follow timely and compliant specimen processing and testing protocols.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and periodic maintenance on laboratory equipment, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Apply laboratory medicine principles and independent judgment to ensure accurate results and proper equipment functionality.
- Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.
- Follow quality control and quality assurance policies, complete required documentation, and take corrective action when results fall outside acceptable guidelines.
- Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives and department-related projects.
- Support departmental service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and patient satisfaction objectives.
- Provide guidance and expertise to peers and customers; assist with personnel orientation, training, and competency documentation.
- Participate in accreditation inspections and assist with reviewing or modifying department policies and procedures as requested.
- Perform non-technical duties, including specimen receipt, processing, storage, retrieval, and submission for referral testing.
- Analyze proficiency testing samples according to instructions and specified timeframes.
- Complete accurate patient-result records and documentation; review pending and result logs and address outstanding workload or communicate needs to relief staff.
- Perform stat procedures within established turnaround targets.
- Monitor reagent and supply inventories and use supplies appropriately to prevent shortages.
- Handle problem or critical specimens and test results according to established procedures; promptly communicate emergency or critical values to physicians or nurses by telephone.
- Follow safety policies and procedures and protect sensitive and confidential information, including patient privacy and security protocols.
- Complete assigned annual courses and training.
- Be available to work during disasters to support essential laboratory functions.
- Perform Complex Specimen Processor duties as required and other duties as assigned.
- Prepare and examine specimens using microscopy techniques; culture and identify microorganisms from clinical samples; perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine plans
- 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
