Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician Weekend AlternativeAt Houston Methodist, the Medical Laboratory Technician Weekend Alternative (WA) position is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses, which necessitates knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and equipment and their interrelationship. 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. The Medical Laboratory Technician WA also ensures that specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to deliver quality laboratory results in an effective and cost efficient manner. To be eligible for the Weekend Alternative differential, 32 hours must be worked between Friday at 6:45 a.m. through Monday at 7:15 a.m.Qualifications:Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations sectionExperience:One year of work or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferredLicenses and Certifications Required:Must have one of the following within one year of hire/transfer into this role: • MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) • CLA – Certified Laboratory Assistant (ASCP) • MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (AMT)Knowledge and Abilities:Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesAdapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy workflow with minimal supervisionStrong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracyDemonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective actionPossesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documentsDemonstrates the ability to work independently with little or no direct supervisionAbility to recognize changes that are critical to patient careEssential Functions:Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager.Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiativesSupplemental Requirements:Uniform: NoScrubs: YesBusiness professional: YesOn Call: YesMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: YesCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Houston Methodist