Medical Lab Tech I
About The Position
Explore opportunities with Holston Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Holston Medical Group combines the personal feel of a community-based practice with the strength, resources and career opportunities of a leading national health care organization. As a multispecialty clinic offering care across northeast Tennessee and southwest Virginia, our teams deliver high‑quality, value‑based care that exceeds expectations while making care easier, more affordable and more accessible. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Pay Range: $18.23 - $31.79 General Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) is responsible for performing lab tests with precision and accuracy paying close attention to detail. The MLT will work directly with providers, nursing, and other staff members and is expected to maintain a level of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team oriented approach. They are expected to provide excellent customer service to the patient, their co-workers, and to others they come in contact with during daily operations.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited MLT program and passing a national exam given by the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology
- Licensed Phlebotomist
- 1 – 3 years MLT experience
- Ability to work under pressure
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Must have strong Customer Service Skills and a friendly attitude
Nice To Haves
- Previous Phlebotomy experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform lab tests with precision and accuracy paying close attention to detail
- Prepares specimens for microscope examination
- Perform procedures such as CBC (Complete Blood Count), Urinalysis, and Acute Care Kit testing
- Input results in computer and report results to other Health Care Team members in an accurate and timely manner
- Perform phlebotomy and collecting specimens for testing and working with patients of all ages and development levels
- Maintain safety and infection control standards
- Must maintain a high standard of performance, quality control, calibration, testing, and reporting of results
- Maintain equipment operation
- Stock/order lab supplies as needed
- Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patients and testing results
- Meet or exceed customer needs in a caring, effective and cost effective manner
- Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team oriented approach
- Other duties as assigned
- May be moved to other offices upon request based upon the business need of Holston Medical Group on an occasional basis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
