Kindred Healthcare Houston , TX 77020
Posted 5 days ago
ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees' adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.
As our most acute level of care, our specialty hospitals offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians play a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients.
A Medical Technologist:
Performs analyses in hematology, chemistry urinalysis, coagulation, blood bank and microbiology according to expected performance standards.
Keeps documented records current regarding maintenance and quality control.
Meets the lab service goals as scheduled or report problems to lab director.
Promotes adherence to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issues.
B.A. / B.S. or equivalent in Medical Technology or related clinical field.
Valid state Clinical Lab Scientist license if required by the state.
1-2 years experience in clinical laboratory.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations:
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable safety, quality control, and specimen handling guidelines and procedures.
Skilled in using applicable laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, meters, microscopes, incubators, pipettes, autoclaves, and sterilizers.
Ability to work quickly and accurately when under strict deadlines.
Considerable knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical laboratory methods and instrumentation. Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, laboratory medicine, disease processes, and laboratory procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Night shift 9:00pm - 5:30am
Generalist in a clinical laboratory hospital setting
Expected to work and train in Core Lab, Blood Bank, and Microbiology
Perform a variety of lab procedures such as quality control, calibrations, instrument maintenance, blood culture work up, type and screens, and report patient lab results in a timely and accurate manner
Comfortable working in a team setting and independently as needed
Instrument Highlights: DxH 800, Ortho Vitros 7600 and 3400, ACL Elite, and BacT Alert
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