FISH Technologist

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a FISH Technologist with HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Performs all aspects sample preparation and analysis for Flourescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) diagnostics independently to include moderate and high complexity testing under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager or director.

 • Assures that all aspects of testing are performed, are performed in a timely manner and are compliant with department policies and procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.

• Performs and practices preventive maintenance on equipment per department schedule. • Applies concepts of laboratory medicine and utilizes independent judgement and problem solving skills to ensure the accuracy of test results and proper equipment performance. Troubleshoots to and takes appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution.

• Understands laboratory quality control and quality assurance management in accordance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.

• Adheres to department policy with regards to quality control and quality assurance for laboratory testing and equipment performance including, but not limited to: running of controls, performance of maintenance, documentation, evaluation of information, identifying outliers or unacceptable results/outcomes, taking corrective action as required and escalating to department leadership when unable to resolve. Ensures that patient results are not released until issue has been resolved.

• Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement. Provides input into the design of workflows, systems and processes and the need for and selection of new methods, instrumentation and technology.

• Supports the department in achieving goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment and integration of intra and interdepartmental activities.

• Acts as a resource to peers and customers. Models teamwork.

 • Assists in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.

• Assists the Supervisor in the development and validation of new testing technology, protocols and methods.Assists in the review and modification of department policies and procedures as requested.

• Participates in accreditation inspections

• Performs duties of a Complex Specimen Processor as required

• Participates in department related projects and performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (This position requires the following minimum requirements)

• Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, demonstrates knowledge of FISH processes with correlation of disease states and results.

• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements • General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines

• Excellent communication skills.

• Effective team work and organizational skills

• Ability to train others

• Ability to assimilate and analyze information and recommend actions to be taken

• Effective and proactive problem solving and decision making skills

• Ability to prioritize, develop and execute plans

• Ability to view work situations from a broad context understanding the interdependent nature of work processes. Considers the impact of decisions on other components of the organization.

• Is proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Word

• Demonstrates ability to set a positive example

EDUCATION:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Genetics required CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• National Certification as a Medical Technologist, Molecular Diagnostic Technologist, Molecular Technologist, Molecular Biology, or Cytogenetics required • State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, TN, WV) EXPERIENCE: 

• 2 years experience if certified as a Molecular Technologist

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

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 costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our FISH Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

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.