Medical Technologist CLS PRN McAllen

About the Role

Responsible for receiving and analyzing laboratory specimens and reporting results in a timely manner in accordance with Laboratory Policies and Procedures. Performs duties which may require both technical and professional judgment. Participates in and helps evaluate the Department’s Quality Control, Quality Assurance, maintenance, and safety programs. Maintains parts, reagents, and supplies in assigned areas. May evaluate and write procedures for new methods, participate in teaching, continuing education, supervisory, and other organizational activities. Performs other related duties with a minimum of supervision.

Responsibilities

• Receive and analyze laboratory specimens.
• Report results in accordance with Laboratory Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, maintenance, and safety programs.
• Maintain parts, reagents, and supplies in assigned areas.
• Evaluate and write procedures for new methods as required.
• Participate in teaching, continuing education, and supervisory activities.
• Perform other related duties with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Training must include at least 12 months in a structured training program with clinical internship in a hospital setting.
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to compliance programs and codes of conduct.

Education / Licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science; or Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician plus 10 years of work experience.
• Registered Clinical Laboratory Science certification by a national registry such as CLS(MLS), MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA), MT(AMT) required within six months of hire.
• Techs newly certified as of 2004 must participate in a Certification Maintenance Program every 3 years to maintain certification.