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Weekend Prn Lab Tech Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech PRN

Denton, TX

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Jump-start your career as a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech PRN today with Medical City Denton. Benefits Medical City Denton, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and ...

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech PRN

Denton, TX

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Jump-start your career as a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech PRN today with Medical City Denton. Benefits Medical City Denton, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and ...

With access to state-of-the-art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support ... PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

With access to state-of-the-art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support ... PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Cath Lab Tech PRN

Frisco, TX

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

With access to state-of-the-art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support ... PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Cath Lab Tech PRN

Frisco, TX

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

With access to state-of-the-art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support ... PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

San Antonio, TX

$2.0K - $2.7K/wk

Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: ASAP ... PRN/Per Diem, contract and permanent placement. Through its Traveling Nurse division, Zack Group ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Prn Lab Tech vs Part-Time Laboratory Technician?

AspectWeekend Prn Lab TechPart-Time Laboratory Technician
CertificationsTypically requires Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certificationOften requires MLT or equivalent certification
Work SchedulePrimarily weekends, as needed (PRN basis)Flexible, scheduled hours, often during weekdays or weekends
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labsHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labs
Employer UsageUsed for staffing shortages or peak timesUsed for part-time staffing needs

Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments. The main difference is that Weekend Prn Lab Techs work on an as-needed basis during weekends, while Part-Time Laboratory Technicians have more scheduled hours, which may include weekdays or weekends. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the role that best fits their schedule and career goals.

What are Weekend PRN Lab Techs?

Weekend PRN Lab Techs are laboratory technicians who work on a 'pro re nata' (PRN) or as-needed basis, specifically during weekends. Their primary responsibility is to perform laboratory tests and analyses to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. These professionals may work in hospitals, clinics, or reference labs, and their schedules offer flexibility, as they fill in for regular staff or handle increased workloads during weekends. Weekend PRN Lab Techs need to be proficient in handling laboratory equipment, following procedures, and ensuring accurate results, even during off-peak hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend PRN Lab Tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend PRN Lab Tech, you need a solid knowledge of laboratory procedures, specimen processing, and a relevant associate’s or bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory technology, often with ASCP or equivalent certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for success in this role. These skills ensure accurate and timely test results, which are vital for patient diagnosis and treatment, especially during limited weekend staffing.

What are the typical work hours and expectations for a Weekend PRN Lab Tech, and how does this impact work-life balance?

Weekend PRN Lab Techs usually work variable shifts on Saturdays and Sundays, often covering gaps in staffing or handling peak periods. The PRN (pro re nata, or 'as needed') status means your schedule may change week to week, depending on departmental needs. While this role offers flexibility and the opportunity to gain experience in different laboratory sections, it can also present challenges in planning personal time. Many techs appreciate the concentrated shifts, which can leave weekdays free, but it’s important to be comfortable with irregular hours and occasional last-minute schedule changes.

Is MLT harder than nursing?

Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) and nurses have different roles and skill sets; MLTs focus on laboratory testing and analysis, requiring knowledge of lab procedures, instrumentation, and safety protocols. Nursing involves patient care, communication, and clinical decision-making, often requiring more direct patient interaction and a broader scope of responsibilities. The difficulty depends on individual strengths and interests, but both careers demand specialized training and certification.

What is the highest paying lab technician job?

The highest paying lab technician roles are often specialized positions such as clinical laboratory managers, research scientists, or medical laboratory directors, which require advanced certifications and extensive experience. These roles typically offer higher salaries due to increased responsibilities, expertise, and leadership requirements in laboratory settings.

Who gets paid more, MLT or MLS?

Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) and Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) are both laboratory professionals, but MLS typically earn higher salaries due to advanced education and responsibilities. MLS roles often require a bachelor's degree and certification, leading to higher pay compared to MLT positions, which usually need an associate degree and certification. Salary differences can vary by location and employer, but generally, MLS positions are more financially rewarding.

Do medical lab techs work weekends?

Medical lab technicians often work weekends, evenings, and holidays as laboratories operate 24/7 to provide timely results. Weekend shifts are common and may require flexibility, especially in hospital or urgent care settings, and may involve working with laboratory instruments and maintaining accurate records. Scheduling depends on the employer and specific laboratory needs.
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Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Cath Lab Tech PRN today with Methodist Hospital Westover Hills.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Westover Hills 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 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.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a Cath Lab Tech PRN. 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

General Statement of Duties: 

The Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive Specialist- Certified plays multiple roles on the Cardiac Cath Lab team as the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist during Cardiac Catheterization procedures. In both roles he/she demonstrates technical proficiency in all Cardiac Cath Lab procedures and equipment; applies anatomical and physiological knowledge to proficiently assist the Cardiologist or Electrophysiologist with providing cardiac patient care. As the Invasive Specialist he/she maintains good communication with the Cath Lab team to ensure proper equipment set up, accurate monitoring, and quality data collection. 

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, Required Knowledge, Skill, Abilities and Other Job-Related Characteristics: 

1.  Education and Experience: All of the following: • High School graduate or GED 

2.  New hires as of 6/1/2013 have to have ONE of the following: 

  • Two (2) years fulltime Invasive Cardiovascular Technology experience. 
  • An Associate Degree or equivalent college hours (62 semester hours) in health, science, natural science, nursing, engineering or any primary science or higher. 
  • Graduate of an accredited (by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA) program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology. 
  • Graduate of a NON-Programmatically accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology which has a minimum of one (1) year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. 

3.  Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). Includes specific competency in: 

  • Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization 
  • Peripheral Angiography 
  • PTCA, Stent implantation 
  • Aspiration/Extraction devices 
  • Distal Embolization Protection devices, PTA and Peripheral Stent implantation 
  • Vascular Closure devices• Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump 
  • Temporary Transvenous Pacing 
  • Implantable Defibrillators/Pacemakers all of which can occur on an Elective/Emergent basis preferred. 

4.  Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). 

5.  Preferred: One (1) year (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.

6.  Preferred: Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science or nursing, engineering or any primary science AND six (6) months of (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.

Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: 

Required: A. New hires must have ONE of the below listed certifications: B. Current certification eligible Cath Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 18 months from start date; 

  • RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) 
  • RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist 
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) 
  • RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) 
  • NREMT- Paramedic EMT

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Demonstrates technical proficiency for all cardiac catheterization procedures while functioning in a primary role as a Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive Specialist. 

2. Consistently and correctly identifies cardiac structures, coronary vasculature, and the associated disease processes. 

3. Practices radiation safety and observes all principles to ALARA. This includes a good knowledge of all regulations and requirements set forth by the Texas Bureau of Radiation Control and the Methodist Radiation Safety Committee and the proper use and storage of personal radiation badge. 

4. Assists the physician in obtaining or entering data into the Physiologic Monitoring System(s) for accurate assessment of left and/or right-sided Hemodynamic pressure measurements. Assures accurate information is gathered or entered for the calculation of intra-cardiac shunts, valve areas, and pressure measurements throughout the catheter path. 

5. Accurately reports Ejection Fraction by demonstrating proficiency in the assessment of Cardiac function, utilizing Left Ventricular Analysis program(s). Understands the disease processes that result in depressed Cardiac function such as: Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Myocardial Infarction, Valvular disorders, etc. 

6. Consistently assures that Angiographic and procedural data is properly archived for long-term storage. Verifies the presence of all components of procedure information in both hard copy and computerized formats. 

Additional Job Functions: 

1. May have access to contrast agents and other non-controlled medications as appropriate to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. 

2. Takes “Call” on a rotating basis. 

3. Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals. 

4. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function. 

5. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself. 

6. Completes other duties as assigned. 


Methodist Hospital Westover Hills is strategically situated near the Highway 151 and Loop 1604 corridor, making it easily accessible for the growing communities of San Antonio and its western suburbs. As a full-service, acute care hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional level of healthcare that meets the needs of our rapidly expanding population. Our state-of-the-art facility boasts advanced technology and world-class care in a beautifully designed environment—perfect for providing the high-quality patient experience that Methodist is renowned for.

Covering an impressive 225,000 square feet, our hospital features 54 beds and offers a comprehensive range of services. These include adult and pediatric emergency care, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, orthopedics, robot-assisted surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, as well as pulmonology and gastroenterology. At Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, we are dedicated to your health and well-being.

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. 


"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cath Lab Tech PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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.