Medical Technologist

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 
 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

SHIFT: Evening Shift 3:00 PM-11:30 PM CST

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Associate's Degree in Medical Technology from an AMA approved school 
   

• Experience
  No experience necessary. 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (MLT) MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN certification required (ASCP or equivalent) Upon Hire 
   

Preferred

• Experience
  Previous experience in a particular area is a plus 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Applies knowledge and skills to perform a wide variety of routine and designated laboratory tests for which competency has been established. Can do waived and moderate complexity testing. Exercises professional judgment in determining the acceptability of results prior to release to the patient records. Seeks guidance on resolution of instrument, method or specimen problems from Professional Medical Technologists, Leads or supervisory staff as needed.
• Performs routine QC and QA tasks according to established protocol, resolves routine problems and refers unresolved or complex problems to designated Professional Medical Technologist for further evaluation then executes corrective action as directed. Support Quality Management initiative according to UTSW and Clinical Laboratory Services Quality Programs . Ensures review of all daily, weekly and monthly records and data including quality control, temperature monitors, batch logs, recollects, and turn-around-time.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots complex instruments. Maintains laboratory records and computer files. Operates LIS computer terminals and printers.
• Upon supervisor's designation, may act as group leader to less experienced staff on weekends and holidays to ensure lab service meets patient care needs.
• Manages infectious specimens, radioactive material, hazardous chemicals and potentially dangerous instruments in accordance with hospital policies, in order to maintain a safe work environment.
• Participates in work of department as may be required by workload. There will be changes to their job duties as required.
• Demonstrates financial accountability through accurate documentation of workload and efficient use of reagents and supplies.
• Continuously strengthens knowledge