MLT / Tech / Full Time / Evenings
UHS
Summary
Under the general supervision of the Technical Coordinator, the Tech - MLT assumes the responsibility for performing waived and non-waived complexity analysis of patient specimens for diagnostic purposes, and related procedures in the areas of assigned responsibility under the philosophy, policies and procedures established by the hospital and the department.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Practices the profession of clinical laboratory science in the area(s) of assigned responsibility according to accepted standards of practice as outlined by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), CLIA ’88, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), and other regulatory agencies as appropriate, and according to the approved policies and procedures of the organization, department, and/or the laboratory Medical Director.
- Actively participates in the structure, review and revision of policies and procedures.
- Monitors quality control data and instrument maintenance.
- Participate in maintenance and safety programs.
- Participates in and supports a process to measure, assess, and performance improvement in areas of assign responsibility.
Requirements
- Associate degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry, or related science preferred
- One year experience preferred
- ASCP, AMT, and/or NCA preferred or eligible
- Mathematical, computer, reasoning and language skills at the college level required
- Ability to read, write, and converse in English
- Ability to follow instructions, reason, and make appropriate judgments
- Ability to perform computer functions accurately and quickly
- Ability to perceive pertinent details and objects in pictorial or graphic material
- Ability to perceive pertinent details from verbal and tabular material
- Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, and fingers in order to make skillful, accurate, and precise movements
- Ability to communicate with patients, family, staff, physicians, and others
- Ability to accurately evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
- Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress
- Ability to speak and hear, to allow discussions with customers, employees, and peers
- Ability to perceive similarities and differences in color
- Ability to understand the overall technology, operation, and troubleshooting of moderate and complex instrumentation
- Ability to perform mathematical operations quickly and accurately
- Ability to understand and explain the theories of laboratory specimen processing and analysis
- Ability to multi-task productively and accurately
- Ability to remain focused on job responsibilities
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- SoFi student loan refinancing
- Tuition savings
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.