Microbiology Technician

Description Introduction

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

HCA Healthcare 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 Air Med 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 wellbeing
• 401(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 stock
• Family 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 more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time 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.

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Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the HCA Healthcare family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Microbiology Technician to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

In HCA Healthcare Lab Service Line perform both routine and stat clinical microbiology and/or serology testing under the guidance of a Medical Technologist and the direction of a Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director. The ideal candidate will execute duties in accordance with established written procedures and regulatory requirements, demonstrating a solid understanding of laboratory medicine's theoretical concepts to ensure accurate and timely results.

This role supports the department in achieving its goals related to service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and the seamless integration of intra‑and inter‑departmental activities.

• Ensure timely and compliant specimen processing and testing, adhering strictly to department policies, procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of laboratory quality control and quality assurance management, in accordance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Actively contribute to Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for peers and customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Perform specimen processing and testing, including moderate and high complexity testing, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Execute non‑technical duties such as specimen processing, storage, discard, and submission of samples for referral testing as required, maintaining meticulous records.
• Conduct and document preventive maintenance on equipment according to the department schedule, ensuring optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and take appropriate corrective…