Medical Laboratory Tech

Description

Nashville General Hospital is hiring a Medical Laboratory Tech for Full-time in Nashville, TN.
*Shifts available: Evenings (2p-10:30p) or Nights (10:00p-6:30a), Rotating Weekends

This position is primarily responsible for processing and analyzing a variety of biological samples obtained from patients under the direction of a general supervisor, department supervisor or designated technologist.


As a Medical Laboratory Tech, you will:

• Uses appropriate techniques to obtain and maintain integrity of specimen in relation to test performed
• Maintains identification of specimens keeping records and documentation as required
• Prepares specimens for analysis and retains samples according to procedure.
• Analyzes samples by following protocol in Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Hematology, or other areas of the Lab
• Monitors and maintains quality control and technical accuracy of tests, procedures, and final reports
• Operates and calibrates laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Approved course in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited college or other recognized institution preferred. An Associate Degree is required.
• Licensure/Certification: Must be licensed as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the State of Tennessee.
• Experience/Knowledge: Clinical Laboratory experience is desired, but consideration may be given to recent graduates. Candidates with Associate's Degree are preferred. Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures and the ability to operate technical equipment as acquired through orientation. The Medical Laboratory Technician must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients assigned.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance within first 31 days of employment
• Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses
• Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses
• Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
• Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.
• Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
• Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
• Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents
• 12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Parking for all employees

About Nashville General Hospital


Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville's original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community


Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran


We are an E-Verify employer.


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