UT Southwestern Medical Center
Medical Technologist Lead
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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!
Job Summary Works collaboratively with team members to facilitate tasks, priorities, goals and achievement are coordinated with the management team.
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!
Experience and Education
Education : Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field.
Experience : 3 years.
Licenses and Certifications : (MT) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST by approved accrediting agency.
Job Duties
Job knowledge. Accurately performs testing according to and without deviation from established laboratory policies and procedures. Recognizes deviation from expected results; evaluates results for discrepancies and feasibility, utilizing instrument and LIS flags, analyzes and corrects problems according to procedure. Recognizes critical results and correctly documents notification of critical results to appropriate personnel. Exercises independent judgement within scope of testing and will perform high‑level duties of significant scope and complexity under supervisor's guidance.
Quality Orientation. Evaluates, documents, and troubleshoots quality control according to lab protocols. Performs statistical analysis on quality control and quality assurance monitors. Takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected or specimen rejection / recollection is required. Ensures patient specimen stability and proper sample processing. Treat all proficiency test samples according to CAP guidelines and laboratory expectations.
Instrumentation. Responsible as a primary source of information for maintaining current instrumentation. Troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment problems during the shift to ensure uninterrupted testing. Responsible for coordination of training in the methods and techniques of the appropriate specialty area with guidance of the manager/supervisor.
Productivity Ensures smooth workflow in all areas of the laboratory. Exhibits efficient use of time and resources. Meets expectations for TAT and pending list review. Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency of team members during the assigned shift
Attendance Reports for work on the assigned days at the assigned times.
Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests, or other duties as assigned. Work collaboratively with supervisor to maintain adequate inventory and supplies for the department's operation.
Achieves a minimum of 10 continuing education hours annually. Continuously seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement Activities. Serves on committees and task forces. Orientates and instructs students and laboratory personnel in established clinical laboratory techniques, as required.
Ensures compliance with rules and regulations of regulatory accreditation agencies such as TJC, CAP, AABB and OSHA,
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security : This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO : UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Job Summary Works collaboratively with team members to facilitate tasks, priorities, goals and achievement are coordinated with the management team.
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!
Experience and Education
Education : Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field.
Experience : 3 years.
Licenses and Certifications : (MT) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST by approved accrediting agency.
Job Duties
Job knowledge. Accurately performs testing according to and without deviation from established laboratory policies and procedures. Recognizes deviation from expected results; evaluates results for discrepancies and feasibility, utilizing instrument and LIS flags, analyzes and corrects problems according to procedure. Recognizes critical results and correctly documents notification of critical results to appropriate personnel. Exercises independent judgement within scope of testing and will perform high‑level duties of significant scope and complexity under supervisor's guidance.
Quality Orientation. Evaluates, documents, and troubleshoots quality control according to lab protocols. Performs statistical analysis on quality control and quality assurance monitors. Takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected or specimen rejection / recollection is required. Ensures patient specimen stability and proper sample processing. Treat all proficiency test samples according to CAP guidelines and laboratory expectations.
Instrumentation. Responsible as a primary source of information for maintaining current instrumentation. Troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment problems during the shift to ensure uninterrupted testing. Responsible for coordination of training in the methods and techniques of the appropriate specialty area with guidance of the manager/supervisor.
Productivity Ensures smooth workflow in all areas of the laboratory. Exhibits efficient use of time and resources. Meets expectations for TAT and pending list review. Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency of team members during the assigned shift
Attendance Reports for work on the assigned days at the assigned times.
Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests, or other duties as assigned. Work collaboratively with supervisor to maintain adequate inventory and supplies for the department's operation.
Achieves a minimum of 10 continuing education hours annually. Continuously seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement Activities. Serves on committees and task forces. Orientates and instructs students and laboratory personnel in established clinical laboratory techniques, as required.
Ensures compliance with rules and regulations of regulatory accreditation agencies such as TJC, CAP, AABB and OSHA,
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security : This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO : UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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