Medical Technologist (nights)

Medical TechnologistRequires a variety of lab skills including Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology. Multiple shifts available, but mostly nights (7 on|7 off, 4 x10s, 5 x8s) with every third weekend rotation.Job Responsibilities:Performs and documents test results, quality control, maintenance procedures and associated corrective actions according to policy|procedure.Manages|performs other aspects of daily lab operations including collections, sample processing, results reporting|distribution, personnel direction (as appropriate), and clerical duties as required to maintain efficient work flow, at a competent level and according to the age|needs of the patient|populations served, communicated special circumstances to appropriate personnel.Interacts with hospital personnel, volunteers, physicians and patients as to specimens and orders coming into the Laboratory and|or reporting results out according to the policies and procedures of the Laboratory Services and with sensitivity to customer needs.Complies with policies, procedures, and initiatives of laboratory services, the hospital and the system; understands, communicates and complies with standards and conditions set forth by various governmental and accrediting agencies.Performs duties in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service|satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency, and a commitment to the PI process.Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory|continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.Other duties as assigned.Education: Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Science or Medical TechnologyExperience: Three years of Med Tech experience, some experience in Clinical Microbiology, experience in a hospital setting is preferredLicensure|Certification: Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified MLS (ASCP or ASCP-International), Certified CLS (ASCP), Certified MLS (ASCP or ASCP-International)CM or ASCP Certification Eligible