Med Tech/MLT - Full Time - Third Shift

American Addiction Centers

112d • $28 - $42

About The Position

The position involves performing laboratory testing of biological specimens in an acute setting across various specialty areas using both manual and automated techniques. The role requires independent judgment and cognitive skills to report timely and accurate laboratory results. Responsibilities include performing, evaluating, and monitoring laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated, and monitoring workflow to ensure timely completion of work. The position also involves evaluating results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness, following prescribed policies for reporting and notification of test results, and performing and documenting calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment. The role requires recognizing indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction and implementing appropriate corrections. Quality control and quality assurance are critical components of the job, as is ensuring compliance with all accrediting agency standards. The position supports critical care departments by providing direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results during high acuity patient events.

Requirements

• Medical Technologist (MT) certification or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification needs to be obtained within 1 year.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology or related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of biological specimens in an acute setting.
• Use independent judgment to report timely and accurate laboratory results.
• Perform, evaluate, and monitor laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols.
• Monitor workflow and make necessary adjustments to complete work in an appropriate time frame.
• Evaluate results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness.
• Follow prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Perform and document calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Recognize indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction and implement appropriate corrections.
• Perform, document, and review quality control and quality assurance for improvement.
• Collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provide general direction, training, competency review, and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians and support staff.
• Assist in the development of education and training protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all accrediting agency standards.
• Perform internal and external proficiency testing.
• Support disease-specific accreditations by meeting turnaround time goals.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees