Memorial Hermann

Integrated health system delivering patient-centered care

Medical Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeUnited StatesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in biological science is required, with equivalency required for foreign education.
One of the stated Medical Technologist or laboratory certification pathways is required, including Medical Technologist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology or American Medical Technologists, Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology or ASCP-International, Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology, or certification eligibility.
For certification eligibility, the candidate must have completed a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program within the last five years, or hold Medical Laboratory Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology with two years of acceptable full-time laboratory experience within the last four years, or hold Clinical Laboratory Assistant certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology with a bachelor's degree in biological science and four years of acceptable full-time experience within the last eight years, or have five years of acceptable full-time clinical laboratory experience within the last ten years.
Acceptable laboratory experience includes Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids experience in the United States, Canada, or an accredited laboratory.
The candidate must understand, communicate, and comply with standards and conditions established by governmental and accrediting agencies, including The Joint Commission, the Food and Drug Administration, the College of American Pathologists, the American Association of Blood Banks, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Health Care Financing Administration, and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments.
The candidate must meet mandatory and continuing education requirements and maintain skills competency.

Responsibilities

Perform and document test results, quality control, maintenance procedures, and associated corrective actions according to policy and procedure.
Manage and perform daily laboratory operations, including collections, sample processing, results reporting and distribution, personnel direction as appropriate, and clerical duties required to maintain efficient workflow.
Interact with hospital personnel, volunteers, physicians, and patients regarding specimens, laboratory orders, and reported results according to laboratory policies and procedures.
Perform duties that promote quality patient care, customer satisfaction, safety, cost efficiency, and commitment to the performance improvement process.
Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors and adhere to organizational policies, procedures, standards, budgetary specifications, time management, supply management, productivity, and service-quality requirements.
Serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
Model service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Perform other duties as assigned.

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Memorial Hermann SE seeks a Medical Technologist or MLT to join our team on a PRN basis.

Schedule: 12 hour shifts, Days

Position is responsible for performing various laboratory tests/procedures as assigned.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in biological science (Equivalency Required for Foreign Education)

Licenses/Certifications: 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

ASCP Certification Eligible:

Bachelor’s degree in biological science AND

Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited MLS program within the last 5 years; or
MLT(ASCP) certification and two years of full time acceptable laboratory experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory** within the last four years; or
CLA (ASCP) Certification and a bachelor’s degree in a biological science four years of full time acceptable experience in in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory** within the last eight years; or
Five years of full time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory** within the last ten years

Principal Accountabilities

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, communicate and complies with standards and conditions set forth by various governmental and accrediting agencies including TJC, FDA, CAP, AABB, CMS, HCFA and CLIA.
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.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Memorial Hermann

Integrated health system delivering patient-centered care

Memorial Hermann Health System is a nonprofit, community-owned health system serving the Greater Houston area with more than 260 care delivery sites. It delivers safe, high-quality, patient-centered care through an integrated network that combines clinical expertise with advanced technology. The system differentiates itself through its community ownership, value-driven culture, and broad network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. Its goal is to improve regional health outcomes by providing comprehensive, accessible care and leveraging innovation to personalize treatment.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $5M
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1907

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