Laboratory Technician

Hospitality Health ER•Longview, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Hospitality Health ER is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support laboratory operations within our freestanding emergency room environment. This role is responsible for performing laboratory testing, maintaining accurate results, supporting specimen processing, and ensuring compliance with all laboratory policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare setting while maintaining a strong patient-centered focus. This position plays a critical role in supporting both patient care and operational efficiency throughout the facility.

Requirements

Associate degree in Laboratory Science required
Knowledge of hospital laboratory practices, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements required
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently while maintaining efficiency and accuracy
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Current driver’s license with no restrictions required
Flexibility to meet departmental scheduling needs required

Nice To Haves

Laboratory Medical Technician (LMT/MLT) certification strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology preferred
ASCP Certification or equivalent preferred
Minimum of 1 year of hospital laboratory experience preferred
Experience working in an Emergency Room (ER), hospital, or high-acuity healthcare environment preferred

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory patient testing and accurately report results in accordance with laboratory procedures and policies
Properly identify patients and label specimens according to departmental protocols
Collect and process patient specimens while ensuring proper use of patient identifiers
Prepare and package specimens for send-out testing to reference laboratories
Maintain compliance with all laboratory safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Run and document laboratory controls according to quality control procedures
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments
Maintain laboratory supply inventory and coordinate restocking as needed
Support a patient-centered environment by maintaining positive communication with patients, visitors, and staff
Maintain organization, accuracy, and accountability across all laboratory operations
Ensure all documentation and records remain inspection-ready and compliant