Microbiology Technologist Role – at HCA Healthcare, Apply Now!
Are you ready to turn your passion for patient care into a rewarding career? At HCA Healthcare, Microbiology Technologists are part of a purpose-driven team dedicated to clinical excellence and compassionate care. This role offers exceptional benefits, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in healthcare. Discover how you can thrive with HCA Healthcareโs supportive work culture and innovative environment.
About HCA Healthcare:
HCA Healthcare is one of the nationโs leading providers of healthcare services, operating over 180 hospitals and 2,300 care sites across the U.S. and the U.K. With a strong focus on patient-centered care, innovation, and community impact, HCA Healthcare is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare while supporting the growth and development of its employees.
Benefits
HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
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Comprehensive medical coverage that includes many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation.
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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 for Microbiology.
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Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
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401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
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Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
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Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more for Microbiology.
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Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts for Microbiology.
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Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
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Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
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Colleague recognition program.
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Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
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Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Come join our team as a Microbiology Technologist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply today!
Job Summary and Qualifications
You Will:
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Perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology, and infectious disease testing independently, including moderate and high-complexity testing under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director.
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Assure timely and compliant processing and testing in alignment with department policies, procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
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Conduct and practice preventive maintenance on equipment per the department schedule.
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Apply laboratory medicine principles and utilize independent judgment and problem-solving skills to ensure accurate test results and proper equipment performance.
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Understand and implement laboratory quality control and quality assurance in accordance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
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Adhere to department policy concerning quality control and quality assurance for lab testing and equipment.
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Act as a resource to peers and customers, modeling teamwork.
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Assist in orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.
You Should Have for Microbiology Technologist Role:
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Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry (required)
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Bachelorโs Degree in the same fields (preferred)
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National Certification as a Microbiology Technologist (required)
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State license (where required)
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Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, microbiology, serology, and infectious disease processes, including disease-result correlation.
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General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
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General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines.
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Excellent communication skills.
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Effective teamwork.
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Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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Ability to prioritize and organize work.
Keywords: HCA Healthcare, Microbiology Technologist, Healthcare careers, Lab technician, Medical Technology
