Lead Medical Technologist

Description IntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Lead Medical Technologist? At HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsHCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Lead Medical Technologist like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and QualificationsUnder the general supervision of the Director of Laboratory and the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager or Supervisor, the Lead Medical Technologist provides clinical laboratory services and immediate supervision to assigned laboratory section in accordance with accepted practices of Departmental and Hospital standards of care, with further responsibilities including involvement in departmental inventory, validation of monthly quality control, new procedures and /or equipment.Each patient is assessed by appropriate disciplines beginning at the time the patient enters a hospital service and progressing through discharge. The person in this position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide clinical laboratory services to patients served in relation to growth and development over the life span to identify their requirements relative to age-specific needs.Supportive of the ethics and compliance programs forth by HCA Healthcare demonstrated by: a. Upholds code of conduct. b. Adheres to dealing appropriately and fairly with employee's misconduct. c. Enforces all ethics and compliance policies as they pertain to his/her area. d. Provides and assures ethics and compliance education as requested by the ECO and/or corporate initiative. e. Sets an example to all staff in their daily activities.  Responsible for training and evaluating staff on the overall code of conduct and specific policies and procedures that affect department specific responsibilities (examples may include but not limited to PEPP, medical necessity, lab compliance, billing and coding). If an ethics and compliance issue is identified, takes appropriate action to correct and/or report any violation that he/she is aware of in the department or the facility  Assists in data collection for statistical surveys or other reports generated by the Department. Participates in quality control and performance improvement activities within the Department. Maintains a good understanding of the operation of all equipment in the performance of clinical laboratory testing to include troubleshooting and minor repair. Facilitates communication between the Laboratory and members of the Medical Staff and other Hospital Departments to enhance patient care services. Maintains proper monthly scheduling of section employees for coverage of current patient workload.  Maintains adequate inventory of Section supplies. Responsible for procedure validation within designated section.What qualifications you will need:Must have completed the Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or related Science Field or hold Medical Technologist credentials from a recognized credentialing agency. Must have a minimum of two years previous experience in a medical laboratory with a hospital setting preferred.At HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, superior healthcare meets the comfort and convenience of a comprehensive hospital, close to home, in Conroe, Texas. We have been providing high-quality healthcare to the Montgomery County region for more than 80 years. During that time we have grown to become a full-service 330+ bed medical center and a tertiary referral center - all while remaining true to our mission of providing care, above all else. As a regional, tertiary referral center, other hospitals rely on us when higher levels of acute care are necessary. HCA Houston Conroe was the first hospital in Montgomery County to achieve the designation of a Level II Trauma Center. We are also a Certified Primary Stroke Center, an Accredited Chest Pain Center, and a designated Level III Neonatal ICU in order to treat for the most vulnerable patients of all ages. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Lead Medical Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Created: 2025-04-25