Medical Technologist
North Texas State Hospital - Wichita Falls Campus
Wichita Falls, TX
days
Sign-On Bonus

Medical Technologist II

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below. The Medical Technologist II is a dual campus position and will work on both the Wichita Falls and Vernon campuses. The Medical Technologist II performs routine clinical and/or histological laboratory work that involves performing medical testing procedures and reporting the results for evaluation, diagnosis, and/or treatment. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations. Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Performs medical and clinical laboratory testing as ordered by a physician; performs and interprets low/high volume medical screening, confirmatory or diagnostic tests; is over the laboratory equipment including cleaning, preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs; assists in reviewing clinical laboratory reports for correctness and accuracy; assists in developing policies and procedures for processing specimens to ensure the accuracy of results; proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials; documents and distributes reports per agency standards. Supervises Medical Technologists and Laboratory techs and ensures that work is completed in a safe, timely manner. Provides supervision of the laboratory on both campuses; ensures that staff know what the expectations are. Ensures that the laboratory staff accounts for and boxes up all the biomedical waste per the agencies infection control policy and procedures. Maintains the inventory of glucometers across both campuses; troubleshoots the machines when error occur; provides the glucometer supplies to the units as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge Skills Abilities: Knowledge of medical technology or histology concepts and practices, and of clinical or histological laboratory methods and procedures. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment including computerized instruments and laboratory information management systems. Ability to conduct clinical or histological laboratory tests to determine deterioration or change in specimen and reagent quality; communicate effectively. Registration or Licensure Requirements: Must be registered as a Medical Technologist, histotechnician, or a clinical laboratory scientist. Must meet the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations as testing personnel. Initial Selection Criteria: Must meet the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations as testing personnel. Must have at least six (6) months job experience. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. Vaccines may be provided. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. MOS Code: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 68C/D/W, HM, 870, 4A0X1, 4A1X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to Jobs at HHSC and DSHS