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Medical Lab Technician

Medical Lab Technician

Rapides Regional Medical CenterAlexandria, LA, United States
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Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Medical Lab Technician? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include :

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Medical Lab Technician like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Each individual, under general supervision, performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director to provide data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. The testing may involve analyses of blood, urine, body fluids and any other materials of human or animal origin; performing blood group, type and compatibility tests for transfusion purposes; using automated or semi-automated instrumentation and / or manual methods; using a microscope for counts and morphology; analyzing test results and utilizing an information system. They may also train and supervise students and specialize in areas such as blood bank, chemistry, hematology, or microbiology. This position involves all age populations. This position reports to the departmental Technical Supervisor and / or Laboratory Administrative Director.

What you will do in this role :

  • Consistently verifies patient identification, specimen tubes, and orders to prevent errors.
  • Demonstrates understanding by following all policies and procedures established by hospital and laboratory departments.
  • Performs sample analysis in the areas of demonstrated competency.
  • As required, performs routine patient procedures and follow-up, i.e. documentation of calling critical values, etc.
  • Calibrates, standardizes, and maintains instrumentation following manufacturer or established procedures with appropriate documentation.
  • Performs and documents quality control to ensure the proper functioning of instrumentation, reagents, and procedures. Any out of controls are addressed and documented appropriately.
  • Evaluates, calculates, and validates tests results, quality control records, and / or electronic files.
  • Coordinates with medical and professional staff in the dispersion and interpretation of data.
  • Assists in the teaching and training of fellow employees and students performing laboratory tasks.
  • Compliance with and documentation of all regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Demonstrates good problem solving skills and judgement in dealing with troubleshooting of instrumentation and / or manual processes.
  • Demonstrates competency and documents all QC, lot-to-lot, calibration, maintenance, and communication logs in an efficient and accurate manner.
  • Demonstrates and consistently follows all aspects of policies and procedures for proficiency testing.
  • Use good problem solving skills and judgment in dealing with problem situations.
  • Uses judgement in utilizing supplies for patient testing in an efficient manner through good inventory practices striving to reduce outdating and waste of products and / or supplies.
  • Participates in departmental meetings with suggestions and ideas on improving performance in daily tasks.
  • Demonstrates willingness to improve performance in day to day activities by changing / modifying activities as directed by supervisor.
  • Demonstrates flexibility needed for adequate staffing coverage in departmental areas as required by scheduling and productivity monitoring.
  • Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an age appropriate manner.
  • Appropriately assesses the patient’s pain and involves the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
  • Maintains positive professional interpersonal relationships with employees and all constituencies, encouraging communication as necessary for job performance. Discourages gossip and encourages normal tones when conversing with others in respect to co-workers.
  • Willingly participates in evaluation of new equipment and / or testing methods.
  • Demonstrates punctuality in arriving and departing from job at scheduled times, abides by hospital absenteeism / tardiness policy.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  • What qualifications you will need :

  • Completion of an accredited program for an Associate degree or equivalent.
  • National Certification as a MLT(ASCP) or CLT(NCA).
  • Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners – Clinical Laboratory Technician License
  • Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

    "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

    HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

    We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Medical Lab Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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