It is Hemphill County Hospital District’s mission to serve the region’s health needs through exceptional care in a compassionate environment by dedicated professionals. Our focus is on relationships and community-centered healthcare—all aimed at improving the overall health, wellness, and quality of life of our neighbors.
We are looking for a dedicated professional like you to be a part of our Laboratory team as a Full Time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (ASCP).
This position works the 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. shift.
Our Laboratory Department provides a broad range of services to aid in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions and emergent injuries. A few responsibilities of our MLS/MLT include:
- Adequate and satisfactory specimen collection
- DOT/NON-DOT urine collection
- CLIA waived testing
- Patient identification
- Able to interpret provider orders/diagnosis
- Responsible for courier duties between facilities
- Consistently deliver excellent patient experiences, maintaining a positive demeanor toward patients and the public; proactively addresses situations of concern to others
- Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations including HIPAA and with HCHD policies/procedures
- Identifies problems or improvements within own area of work; develops resourceful and alterative solutions for work improvement or problem solving
- Documents all activities as completely as necessary and required
- Completes other duties as assigned
- Blood bank
Education/Licensure/Certifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (ASCP) CLS certification (current credentials)/training (ASCP- -AMT CERTIFICATION ALSO IS ACCEPTABLE)
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Current/active State-issued driver license and clear motor vehicle report
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Effective communication skills (bilingual English-Spanish preferred)
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Proficient use of PC and Microsoft Office Suite software
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Prior work experience using electronic health/medical record-keeping system (EHR/EMR)
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Excellent customer service skills, and outstanding ability to function on department employee team (cooperation, initiative, adaptable)
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Completes all other duties assigned
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Physical requirements: ability to sit, stand, and bend; able to lift and/or shift weights up to 50 pounds; ability to communicate Healthcare-related information effectively and professionally.
Benefits:
At Hemphill County Hospital District, we offer a customizable benefits package to meet you and your family needs. To Part time employees, HCHD offers Mileage and Employer Matched Pension Plan- just to name a few of the many benefits we offer to eligible employees.
Company Policy:
Hemphill County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Hemphill County Hospital District.
Hemphill County Hospital District is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-806-323-1115.
Education
Minimum
High School Diploma
Associate degree in Medial Laboratory Technology or approved based on experience.
Registered by ASCP or AMT.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university.
Work Experience
Minimum
Training in laboratory procedures and use of appropriate equipment.
Knowledge of medical laboratory collection, testing, and use of equipment.
Preferred
Minimum one year of medical laboratory experience.
Licenses & Certifications
Minimum
BLS certification
Maintain current MLT certification through ASCP or AMT.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
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Demonstrated computer skills appropriate for the position
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to analyze complex situations.
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Ability to maintain accurate records
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Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to communicate information effectively and to respond adequately to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, vendors, and physicians
- Other Requirements:
- Must convey a professional demeanor
- Must be able to act calmly and efficiently in a busy or stressful situation.
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Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone, and in writing
- Adheres to all policies and procedures, including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
- Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with managers and peers.
- Available for on call schedule as assigned.
AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY (Clinical jobs only)
Identify age-specific competencies for direct and indirect patient care providers who regularly assess, manage and treat patients.
Instructions: Indicate the age groups of patients served either by direct or indirect patient care by checking the appropriate
boxes below. Next,
X
Infants (Birth – 11 months)
X
Adolescent (13 – 19 years)
X
Toddlers (1 – 3 years)
X
Young Adult (20 – 40 years)
X
Preschool (4 – 5 years)
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Middle Adult (41 – 65 years)
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School Age (6 – 12 years)
X
Older Adult (Over 65 years)
JOB FUNCTIONS
Review the employee’s job description and identify each essential function that is performed differently based on the age group of the patient.
Indicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job in the course of a shift. Note: reasonable accommodations may
be made available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Physical Demand Level
Occasional
Up to 33% of the time
Frequent
34%-66% of the time
Constant
67%-100% of the time
Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and
occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.
Up to 10#
Negligible
Negligible
Light: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and
occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally
and other sedentary criteria are met.
Up to 20#
Up to 10# or
requires significant walking or standing, or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls
Negligible or
constant push/pull of items of negligible weight
Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25
pounds.
20-50#
10-25#
Negligible-10#
X
Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent
lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
50-100#
25-50#
10-20#
Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent
lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.
Over 100#
Over 50#
Over 20#
List any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications:
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Physical demands described herein represent those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of the job.
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Reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions may be made for individuals with disabilities.
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Duties of the position require moderate periods of sitting and standing, lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to hear equipment alarms and have vision to read labeling, instructions, and to conduct tests.
