Medical Technologist

Title: Medical Technologist

Employee Classification: Medical Technologist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Health and Wellness

Department: UNT-Health & Wellness-Gen-160700

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $64,680.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

The University of North Texas (UNT) Student Health and Wellness Center is a full-service medical center offering all UNT students general wellness and specialty medical care. We are staffed with licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified lab technologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed nurses, and medical assistants.

Position Overview

Perform moderate complexity levels of testing in the following areas: Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in either chemical, physical, biological, or laboratory science and three years of experience working in a clinical laboratory. Must be familiar with CLIA regulations and qualified as a technical consultant.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the technological advances in laboratory equipment and proficiency in its care and upkeep. Skill in the operation and care of medical/laboratory equipment. Ability to supervise others. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in either chemical, physical, biological, or laboratory science and three years of experience working in a clinical laboratory. Must be familiar with CLIA regulations and qualified as a technical consultant.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

• Presents a professional demeanor when interacting with internal and external customers. Follows appropriate chain of command. 
• Participates in all mandatory SHWC trainings and meetings, including committees, as assigned. Practices and follows proper privacy and security regulations. 
• Participates/volunteers with SHWC events, including internal events, orientations, etc. 
• Performs all inhouse laboratory tests in a timely manner without errors. Properly processes specimens to be sent to the reference laboratory and the resulting report will be scanned into the practice management system for medical provider review. 
• Oversees, evaluates, measures, reviews and documents the Laboratory Quality Assurance Processes. 
• Assists with oversight of laboratory student employees to ensure that all responsibilities and tasks are performed each day. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50