Medical Lab Tech II (MLT)

Conifer Health Solutions•Fort Mill, SC

About The Position

Medical Lab Technicians perform tests on blood, body fluids, and tissues as ordered by healthcare personnel. Under the general supervision of departmental section supervisors and/or lead technicians, the Medical Lab Tech II accurately orders, performs, and evaluates technical procedures across clinical laboratory subsections. The role includes collecting, receiving, processing, distributing, and storing specimens; conducting laboratory analyses; maintaining equipment and inventory; supporting training; and following laboratory and hospital policies, current regulatory guidance, and infection-control practices. The position works Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is paid over two years.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent experience.
Graduate of an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians or equivalent; must meet CLIA criteria for high-complexity testing as described in 42 CFR 493.1489.
Two years of experience as a medical laboratory technician.
Registration with an approved certifying agency, such as ASCP, NCA, AMT, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy and properly collect blood specimens while ensuring patient safety and age-specific considerations for patients from neonates through geriatrics, as well as employees.
Receive, process, and distribute specimens appropriately and in a timely manner; store specimens for further testing as needed.
Process specimens for in-house and reference laboratory testing, and preserve and package them according to applicable guidelines for safe transport of biological specimens.
Perform laboratory analysis and interpret results across a variety of disciplines.
Verify critical laboratory results through repeat analysis and specimen recollection where appropriate.
Recognize instrument malfunctions, quality-control problems, and abnormal or variant patient results.
Demonstrate accurate pipetting and specimen-dilution skills.
Ensure proper operation and timely maintenance of equipment and instrumentation.
Maintain equipment and supply inventory.
Assist with training new employees and students.
Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies and procedures, including attendance, continuing education, dress code, infection control, and patient confidentiality.
Maintain knowledge of and practice current regulatory guidelines; prepare for and participate in processes involving regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission, CAP, and AABB.
Follow best practices for infection control in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
Perform related duties as required.