Med Lab Tech Processing

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor (MLT-Processor) supports the Central Processing Area within the Department of Clinical Laboratories. This area handles specimen collection and receipt, processing and distribution, send-out referral testing, and client services, and is staffed 24 hours a day, Sunday through Saturday.

The MLT-Processor performs specimen processing and manual computer entry of test orders, verifies laboratory test requisition entry, and provides customer service, including answering telephone inquiries and resolving issues involving testing samples, physician orders, or specimen collection errors. The role also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, and continuing education. Positions assigned to Central Processing must rotate weekends and holidays according to the manager-approved schedule and/or operational staffing needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Meet mandatory education and health surveillance requirements.
• Demonstrate competence in the technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required for essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or vocational training preferred.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing.
• Enter laboratory test orders manually into the computer system.
• Verify laboratory test requisition entry.
• Answer telephone inquiries and provide customer service.
• Resolve testing-sample problems related to physician orders and/or specimen collection errors.
• Participate in quality control and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Participate in inventory control.
• Participate in professional development and continuing education.
• Rotate weekend and holiday coverage according to the manager-approved schedule and/or operational staffing needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED