Medical Technologist II- LBJ

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Performs advanced laboratory testing while supporting operational oversight and quality assurance within the laboratory. Monitors workflow, reviews result for accuracy and assists with regulatory compliance activities to maintain high standards of performance. Provides guidance and training to staff while contributing to process improvements and ensuring efficient laboratory operations.

Degrees

Minimum Qualifications

Associates Degree in Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Related Science in (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (OR) Completion of an accredited medical laboratory technology/science program

Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Related Science in (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (Preferred)

Licenses \& Certifications

Medical Technologists or Medical Laboratory Science or Technologist in Hematology (H), Chemistry (C), Microbiology (M), Molecular Biology (MB), Blood Bank (BB) issued by ASCP, AMT, AAB

Work Experience

0-2 Years of experience in Clinical Laboratory

Communication Skills

Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)

Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)

Writing/Correspondence

Writing/Reports

Proficiencies

MS Excel

MS Word

Job Attributes

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Analytical Abilities

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Research Knowledge and Abilities

Statistical Knowledge and Abilities

Work Schedule

Flexible

Other Requirements

MS Access

Personal Computer

May travel between Harris Health facilities