Medical Technologist

Company: Tulane Medical Center
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Description SHIFT: Days (rotating weekends)
SCHEDULE: Full-time


Medical Technologist(Microbiology Lab)Do you have the career opportunities as a Medical Technologistyou want in your current role? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join , a facility that is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.At Tulane Medical Center, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:

• Student Loan RepaymentTuition Reimbursement/Assistance ProgramsPaid Personal Leave401k (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)Identity Theft Protection discountsAuto, Home, and Life Insurance optionsAdoption AssistanceEmployee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Med Tech where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Medicaltechnologists, also known as clinical laboratory technologists, perform and analyze the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These highly trained professionals work in hospitals and independent laboratories using sophisticated procedures and equipment.About this unit:
• Teamwork is the core of how we operate
• Engagement of Leadership - Everyone on the team is motivated and patient focused
• Patient safety and satisfaction are our number one priorityResponsibilities:Under the direction of the Medical Laboratory Manager, the Medical Technologist (Medical Laboratory Scientist) performs routine and complex testing on body fluids and exudates from patients to provide information for diagnosing and combating diseases. This position demonstrates a thorough knowledge of laboratory medicine techniques and practices.
  Perform chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic and other medical laboratory tests and examinations to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease; record determination and results for review by physician. Set up and operate manual and automatic laboratory equipment, instruments and apparatus required for specific laboratory tests. Performs routine maintenance d troubleshooting steps on automated equipment to assure proper functioning.Performs quality control and calibration procedures; reviews and reports data.Reviews pending logs and assures smooth transition of workflow and /or problems before leaving work area.Qualifications Qualifications:

  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: LA state license and ASCP certification eligible
  • Education: Bachelors degree or appropriate documentation of ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist
  • Experience: Graduation from an approved Medical Technology program
  • Special qualifications: Must be able to successfully complete established competencies for the position within designated probationary period. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory medicine techniques and practices. Demonstrated education and clinical training in the practice of laboratory medicine
  • Work Schedule: Microbiology Lab - Full-time - Day shiftWith 235+ beds, Tulane Medical Centeris an acclaimed teaching, research and medical center serving the greater New Orleans area. Tulane Medical Center has been named aWorld's Best Hospitalby Newsweek in its 2019 listing of the top medical facilities across the globe. Of the 1,000 hospitals listed in the report, Tulane Medical Center is one of just 250 "World's Best Hospitals" found in the United States and the only hospital in southern Louisiana on the list.At Tulane, our mission statement reminds us that above all else we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. When we speak of our mission, we usually think about our dedication to patients and their families and our commitment to them. But we are also equally committed to our employees. You are part of an organization with a long history of compassion and service to patients. The degree to which we as an organization can provide quality healthcare service is highly dependent on how well you are able to perform your job.HCA Healthcare has been continually named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere since 2010. In 2018, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.3 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Med Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Notice Our Company's recruiters are here to help unlock the next possibility within your career and we take your candidate experience very seriously. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Gmail or Yahoo Mail. If you feel suspicious of a job posting or job-related email, let us know by clicking.For questions about your job application or this site please contact HCAhrAnswers at 1-844-422-5627 option 1.

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