Medical Lab Tech - Atrium Health Charlotte Evenings FT

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Medical Lab Tech position in the Core Lab: Chemistry department at Carolinas Medical Center. The role involves performing testing procedures, preparing reagents, managing inventory, troubleshooting test systems, and assisting with procedure revisions and documentation. The position requires maintaining clear communication and participating in change implementation. The work environment is fast-paced and involves potential hazards, with duties including standing, walking, and lifting.

Requirements

Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
MLT registry eligible or equivalent required.
MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent required within one year of hire.
MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification through the U.S military medical laboratory training programs by an accredited institution is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
Willingly performs all other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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 and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program