Med Technologist I

***$15,000 Sign-On Bonus and up to $5,000 relocation assistance available.***

CHI St. Luke’s Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, has been serving our community since 1954. We proudly provide a vast array of services that help us keep our community safe and healthy.

Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring, and our families need protection. With our combined resources, we are committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. This role will allow you to give back to our community and broaden your healthcare skills.

CHI St. Joseph Health

CHI St. Joseph Health Madison Hospital is located Madisonville TX and is a 30 bed critical access hospital. Our Emergency Room consists of 5 beds.
Since 1936 CHI St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities of Bryan, College Station, Brenham, Hearne, Navasota, Caldwell, and Madisonville. With the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley, CHI St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region.
As an integrated healthcare system, CHI St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians, specialists and advanced practice clinicians. Our network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, a freestanding Emergency Room, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.
As an active member of the Brazos Valley, CHI St. Joseph Health is a leader in providing compassionate care as well as addressing the overall health of the community. We continuously work to assess unique needs and create plans that respond to those needs in an effort to build a healthier community.


While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
Wellness Programs

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to

laboratory protocol and procedures to fulfill the requests of the prescribing physician. Performs

clinical testing in any or all of the following laboratory areas: blood bank, chemistry, coagulation,

hematology, immunology, microbiology, and urinalysis. The technologist works independently,

organizing work to meet established deadlines.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs in all assigned areas of the laboratory. Provides accurate and appropriate testing of

specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and

procedures to fulfill the requests of the prescribing physician.

2. Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and

procedures to ensure that all patients receive appropriate treatment promptly.

3. Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the

appropriate supervisor to guarantee the lab maintains utmost quality.

4. Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as

appropriate, to ensure that all equipment is in working order. Performs calibration of

equipment as required. Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient

specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.

5. Attends educational conferences and seminars to stay abreast of laboratory methodology,

instrumentation, procedures, and policies to offer the highest quality testing to the laboratory.

6. Dependable and is punctual as defined by department policy to ensure that work is started and

completed on time. Follows department rules regarding scheduling and schedule changes.

Demonstrates willingness to adjust schedule to meet departmental needs. Takes calls

according to department policy.

7. Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety

procedures to protect all patients and staff. When handling blood and/or body fluids, standard

precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases.

Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.

8. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow

employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

9. Reads and follows all organizational and departmental policies and procedures to remain in

good standing with the organization and leads by example. Assists in updating policy and

procedure manuals.

10. Attends all required safety training programs to stay abreast of latest safety precautions and

procedures, and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety,

department/service safety, and specific job related hazards. Follows the hospital exposure

control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

Preferred: 1-2 years

Licensure/Certifications:

Required: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), (NAACLS) or equivalent