Medical Lab Tech

Community Health Systems•Lufkin, TX

About The Position

The Medical Lab Technician conducts routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. The role performs waived, moderate-, and high-complexity testing while following quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The technician also maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment, helps ensure a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborates with healthcare professionals to provide diagnostic information. This is a full-time position working Monday through Thursday, 2 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Requirements

Associate degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology; or completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course of at least 50 weeks and possession of the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist.
Required certification: MLT—Medical Lab Technician (ASCP), MLT—Medical Lab Technician issued by AAB or HEW, or Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)—AMT.
State license where applicable.
Knowledge of laboratory testing principles, quality control practices, and specimen handling.
Proficiency with laboratory instruments, LIS platforms, and data entry.
Ability to follow established protocols and regulatory guidelines, including CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission requirements.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety in laboratory practices.

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing in assigned departments according to established procedures for waived, moderate-, and high-complexity tests; review and validate results for accuracy.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; perform scheduled preventive maintenance and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
Perform and evaluate quality control procedures; initiate and document corrective actions for out-of-range or invalid results before releasing patient data.
Document patient test results accurately in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and follow procedures for critical result reporting and specimen integrity.
Collect blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques according to established procedures, ensuring proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
Recognize, investigate, and resolve issues related to specimen collection, processing, and testing; escalate concerns when appropriate.
Participate in training students and new personnel by demonstrating procedures, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.