Details
Posted: 08-Jun-22
Location: Dallas, Texas
Salary: Open
Categories:
Allied Health
Internal Number: 2b6ed670-1a12-4c30-9773-9a34dd050a50
Overview:
Texas Oncology's Covid 19 vaccine mandate policy requires that all new hires be vaccinated or obtain an approved exemption before their start date. More information will be provided to you throughout the interview process. Texas Oncology is looking for a FULL-TIME
Medical Laboratory Tech (MLT) to join our team!
This position will support
the Mary Crowley Dallas location. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." ® in their fight against cancer. Today,
Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Why work for us? Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
What does the Medical Laboratory Tech (MLT) do? The Medical Lab Technician Is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities: - Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
- Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).
- Follows the laboratory*s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results. Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house. Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
- Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
- Adheres to the laboratory*s quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators and reagents.
- Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Medical Laboratory Tech (MLT) position will have the following background and experience: - Associates degree in medical technology or laboratory science.
- AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
- Position is entry level and requires 0-3 years' experience.
- Phlebotomy experience strongly preferred.
Texas Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.