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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Medical Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePoplar Bluff, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science is required, or a passing score on the HHS (HEW)-approved Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination is required.
  • 0–2 years of acute care experience is required.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
  • Ability to use laboratory information systems and maintain accurate records.
  • Knowledge of population-specific competencies for relevant patient demographics.
  • ASCP Medical Technologist certification, Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) certification, or Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate- and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, reporting results promptly with appropriate documentation.
  • Perform required quality control checks, analyze data, troubleshoot out-of-range results, and take corrective actions as needed.
  • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventive maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
  • Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying appropriate personnel or the manufacturer as needed.
  • Follow safety regulations, including using personal protective equipment and adhering to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
  • Communicate timely updates to peers, supervisors, and healthcare staff about unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
  • Assist with proficiency testing and data collection for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
  • Collect chain-of-custody urine drug screens and perform phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care.
  • Collaborate with team members to complete shift duties and department responsibilities efficiently and accurately.
  • Teach new employees and students as applicable.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
1985

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