Medical Technologist | Full Time

Description

Who we are:

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Shift Information:

This position is Full Time working three 12 hour shifts. day shift.

What we offer:

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement HPSA Designated

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What you will do:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is responsible for performing highly complex testing for use in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of disease. This involves a thorough knowledge of laboratory practice in order to correlate, interpret, evaluate and ensure the validity of patient results. The MLS/MT/CLS/MLT assists in the maintenance and operation of the laboratory by assuring compliance with all laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory agency standards.

Required Education:

BS or AS degree in related field or documented military laboratory training. Must possess education credentials necessary to satisfy CLIA '88 personnel testing qualifications for a high complexity laboratory.


Preferred Education:

Completion of a NAACLS-accredited MT/MLS/ MLT program or Board of Registry equivalent.


Required Skills:
Training and/or experience in all areas of the clinical laboratory and laboratory information systems.

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:
National certification/registration as MLS/CLS/MT/MLT via ASCP, AMT, NCA or HEW.

Preferred Experience:
Minimum of one year's experience, Microbiology experience, Meditech experience