Night Shift Medical Technologist II - Lab Services - Kelsey Seybold Clinic: North Houston

Medical Technologist Opportunity

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Supervisor and Manager, the Medical Technologist is responsible for providing efficient and accurate analysis of specimens processed in the clinical laboratory to provide for quality patient care services. This position exercises good judgment by using critical thinking skills and deals with issue resolution concerning the day-to-day technical operation of the laboratory.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or related science OR Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required for Technician candidates
• ASCP eligible
• 4+ years of clinical laboratory testing
• Will consider clinical rotations as experience from accredited institution
• Knowledge and skills to perform procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis
• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance principles and proficiency testing procedures relating to waived testing
• Knowledge of CAP, and CLIA regulations related to work area
• Practical knowledge of routine laboratory equipment and procedures
• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to deliver organized and concise presentations tailored to audience
• Proven excellent time management skills- ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to efficiently manage lab operations
• Proven ability to implement change in a positive, sensitive, and forward- thinking manner
• Proven ability to collaborate and promote teamwork
• Proven positive, can-do attitude coupled with a sense of urgency
• Proven ability to create a trusting, positive, and supportive work environment
• Proven ability to operate in high-pressure situations
• Demonstrated superb attention to details
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills, business etiquette, able to adhere to professional standards
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASCP certification or equivalent
• 2+ years in Chemistry and/or Hematology

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.