Under general supervision of the Administrative Director of Laboratory, the Medical Technologist is responsible for various chemical, microscopic, and microbiological tests in assigned technical area(s). Researches and utilizes applicable procedures, standards and technical publications in order to work independently.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
1. Maintains the operation of assigned technical area(s) to ensure all tests are performed in a clinically effective time frame.
2. Conducts routine and complex procedures in assigned area(s) using professional and practical knowledge and training, as well as published and standardized procedures.
3. Maintains technical proficiency in all procedures performed in the assigned department(s).
4. Ensures compliance with all quality assurance and quality control directives and guidelines; notifies director of any uncorrected issues.
5. Performs maintenance as operationally defined; notifies director of any identified issues.
6. Performs Quality Control (QC) as operationally defined; evaluates each QC test and takes corrective action as needed.
7. Troubleshoots test and/or analyzer issues using prescribed methods and critical thinking skills.
8. Stewardship for all laboratory equipment and supplies; maintains an orderly and neat work area.
9. Serves as a resource to other technical personnel; assigns duties to subordinate personnel as needed.
10. Accepts assignments to other sections or shifts as necessary. As workload dictates, both assigned shift and work station may be changed. Offers assistance to other sections when need to manage workloads.
11. Communicates effectively and professionally at all times.
12. Assists in analysis and comparison of established as well as proposed procedures and develops additional procedures as required for review and adoption by the department.
13. Provides training to other personnel as necessary; evaluates results and certifies technical competence of those trained.
14. Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct and all HMH policies.
15. Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
16. Maintains a safe work environment, follows all safety precautions and reports safety concerns appropriately.
17. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science or required college credits to enter twelve month internship in approved school of Medical Technology, required. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology preferred.
Experience: One year of hospital laboratory experience preferred
Licensure/Certification: Current MT (AMT or ASCP) or equivalent required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, & reaching.
Occasional: lifting, carrying, bending, & squatting,
Visual and hearing acuity required; color vision required for perceiving colors of solutions. Work is inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
MACHINES, TOOLS, & EQUIPMENT
Benefits
We've Reached New Heights — Right Here in Baytown
Welcome to Houston Methodist Baytown, a full-service, acute care hospital serving communities in Harris, Chambers, Liberty and surrounding counties. Through the years, our hospital has grown with the community, enhancing and expanding technology and services every step of the way. Today, Houston Methodist Baytown offers comprehensive care provided by expertly skilled physicians, nurses and staff.
Expanding With Our New Patient Tower — Unity Tower
In November 2022, as part of our $250 million hospital expansion project, we opened a new state-of-the-art, five-story patient tower. This facility expands capacity and services to our community so we can continue delivering exceptional care, advanced treatments and an outstanding patient experience. Every aspect of this space was designed with you and your loved ones in mind.
The ongoing transformative inpatient and outpatient building expansion and renovation projects are all major elements in the hospital’s overarching goal to serve our community with unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation. We are proud to offer you an exceptional array of state-of-the-art programs and services, including minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, cancer care, heart and vascular, neurosciences, gastroenterology, orthopedics & sports medicine, women’s health and much more. Leading medicine — all close to home.
