Medical Lab Technician

HCA Healthcare • Salt Lake, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Lab Technician performs stat and routine clinical laboratory testing in technical disciplines in which the individual and department are licensed. The role works under the oversight of a medical technologist and the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director. The technician follows written procedures and regulatory requirements and applies a general understanding of laboratory medicine to provide timely and accurate results. Non-technical duties may include specimen collection, processing, and referral testing as required.

The position supports department goals related to service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and coordination within and across departments. Employees are expected to perform competently and consistently, follow company and regulatory standards, promote patient safety and infection control, provide effective customer service and communication, manage time and priorities, and work cooperatively. Flexibility to perform duties during natural disasters and other emergencies is expected.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Successful completion of an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least 50 weeks and service in the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician), or previously qualified and continuously serving in a designated CLIA role in a CLIA-certified laboratory since December 28, 2024.
• State license where required (California, Florida, Louisiana, or Nevada).
• ASCP (MLT), AMT (MLT), or equivalent certification; non-certified individuals must obtain certification within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working in a CLIA-certified laboratory.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform stat and routine clinical laboratory testing in the technical disciplines for which the individual and department are licensed.
• Follow written procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Apply laboratory medicine concepts to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Perform non-technical duties such as specimen collection, processing, and referral testing as required.
• Support department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, workplace health, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Follow policies and procedures and apply performance-improvement standards.
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and applicable regulatory standards, including requirements related to security, privacy, ethics, and integrity.
• Maintain a safe work environment and apply patient-safety, infection-control, and general workplace practices.
• Meet customer needs through successful interactions and effective communication.
• Prioritize and manage time to complete responsibilities within appropriate timeframes.
• Work cooperatively, support company values, and perform duties during natural disasters and other emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree