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 licensed technical discipline areas under the oversight of a medical technologist and the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director. The role follows written procedures and regulatory requirements and applies a general understanding of laboratory medicine to provide timely, accurate results. Non-technical duties may include specimen collection, processing, and referral testing as needed. The technician supports departmental goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and coordination across departments. The position emphasizes accurate and consistent work, adherence to policies and the Code of Conduct, patient and workplace safety, effective customer service and communication, productivity, teamwork, and respectful professional interactions. Employees may be required to perform duties during natural disasters and other emergencies. Other duties may be assigned. This position is at Taylorsville FSED in Taylorsville, Utah, and is scheduled Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. St. Mark's Hospital offers a benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, wellbeing resources, time-away programs, retirement and savings resources, education support, and additional family and insurance benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary by location.

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, alternatively, previously qualified and continuously serving in designated CLIA role(s) 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.
Ability to follow procedures and regulatory requirements and perform accurate, timely laboratory work.
Ability to prioritize, manage time, communicate effectively, and work cooperatively.

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 licensed technical discipline areas.
Follow written procedures and regulatory requirements and apply laboratory medicine concepts to produce 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, work environment, and interdepartmental coordination.
Maintain competence, follow policies and procedures, and apply performance-improvement standards consistently.
Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and applicable regulatory, privacy, ethics, security, and healthcare service standards.
Maintain a safe work environment and apply patient safety, infection control, and general workplace practices.
Focus on customer needs, communicate effectively, and support the organization's mission and goals.
Meet position responsibilities within appropriate timeframes, prioritize work, and manage time effectively.
Work cooperatively with others, demonstrate flexibility during natural disasters and emergencies, and interact with respect and professionalism.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage
Wellbeing support, including 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 and 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 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