Med Tech/MLT - Part Time - Second Shift

American Addiction Centers

92d • $24 - $37

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 evaluating and monitoring laboratory tests, adjusting workflow as necessary, and ensuring compliance with established protocols. The position also involves performing quality control and assurance, collecting specimens from patients of all ages, and providing training and technical assistance to laboratory staff. The role supports critical care departments by providing timely laboratory results during high acuity patient events.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of biological specimens in various specialty areas.
• Use independent judgment to report timely and accurate laboratory results.
• Evaluate and monitor laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols.
• Adjust workflow to complete work in an appropriate time frame.
• Follow prescribed policy in 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 corrections.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol.
• Collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients.
• Provide direction, training, and technical assistance to laboratory staff.
• Assist in the development of education and training protocols.
• Ensure compliance with 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees