Medical Technologist Jobs in Forney, TX

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Endoscopy GI Technician Float Pool

  • North Texas Float Pool
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

*This position will float to our surgery centers in the Western region of North Texas: Alliance, Calloway, Plaza, Southlake and Trinity Park Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA...

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Full time Nights - Medical Technologist - 7 on /7 off

  • Methodist Health System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 12 days ago

The Medical Technologist will train and be backup for Point of Care. In addition, the Medical Technologist will train in Pathology and in processing....

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Full time - Medical Technologist

  • Methodist Health System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Certification/registration or certification/registry eligible as a Medical Technologist is required ASCP certifications received after January 2004 and AMT certifications received after January 2006...

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PRN - Medical Technologist

  • Methodist Health System
  • Richardson, TX (23 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richardson, TX (23 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Certification/registration or certification/registry eligible as a Medical Technologist is required ASCP certifications received after January 2004 and AMT certifications received after January 2006...

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Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • U.S. Renal Care
  • Mesquite, TX (10 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (10 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago

How you will change lives As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to...

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Laboratory Technician I

  • Terracon Consultants
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 1 day ago

General Responsibilities: Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel). Communicate with...

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Cardiac Cath EP Technologist

  • Parkland Health and Hospital System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 1st Flr This role is eligible for a $10k sign on incentive. New graduates are encouraged to apply. No advanced certification required. ARRT registry qualifies for...

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Allied Health Professions - Nuclear Med Tech

  • Prolink
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Allied Health Professions - Nuclear Med Tech Sharing: Share on Facebook Sharing: Share on Twitter Sharing: Send via Email Sharing: Copy Link Location: Dallas, TX Employment Type: Contract...

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Patient Services Technician

  • PathGroup
  • Mesquite, TX (10 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (10 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required....

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Histocompatability Technologist -Full time - 7 on / 7 off

  • Methodist Health System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 13 days ago

off Day (United States of America) Job Description : Your Job Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a or Histocompatibility Technologist or Medical Technologist to join its TEAM....

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Allied - General - Endoscopy / GI Technician

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Allied - General - Endoscopy / GI Technician As an Endoscopy Technician, you'll be the primary resource for technical aspects of endoscopy procedures. Endo Techs must be well-versed in the...

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Unit Technician - Med/Surg

  • Parkland Health and Hospital System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Performs specified patient care activities, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, including but not limited to providing basic hygiene care, injections, venipunctures, sterile and unsterile treatments...

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Wound Care Technician

  • Parkland Health and Hospital System
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Performs specified patient care activities, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, including but not limited to providing basic hygiene care, injections, venipunctures, sterile and unsterile treatments...

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Medical Technologist Transfusion Services, Evenings

  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Licenses and Certifications (MT) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), BB (ASCP) or SBB (ASCP). and New graduates can be hired without the certification, but will be given the opportunity...

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Medical Laboratory Scientist Hematopathology

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from Forney, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Introduction: Weekdays - 12:00pm to 8:30pm Medical City Dallas Hematopathology lab section seeks an experienced hematology medical technologist to coordinate bone marrow specimen workup - staining,...

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Forney, TX

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Forney, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
High School or GED
17.9%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Forney, TX
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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