Medical Laboratory Technician
About The Position
Medical Laboratory Technicians are professional health caregivers who seek ongoing improvement in all areas of laboratory analysis. The role serves patients across all age groups, from neonatal through geriatric, and requires phlebotomy proficiency for those groups when applicable. Technicians and technologists work as generalists, performing automated and manual testing in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, and Serology. They also perform instrument maintenance, interpret calibrations and quality control, prioritize work, and maintain a professional demeanor under stress.
Requirements
- Associate degree in chemical, biological, clinical laboratory, or medical technology science from an accredited institution. Alternative science degrees and U.S. military laboratory training may be accepted when CLIA alternative education requirements are met; transcripts must be submitted with the application.
- 18 months of hospital laboratory experience, or six months of full-time-equivalent general Medical Technology experience within a Valley Health facility.
- MLT certification (ASCP or equivalent) or state licensure.
- West Virginia DHHR Clinical Laboratory Practitioner License, if applicable; primary source verification is required.
- Knowledge and competence in providing service to patients of all ages, including neonatal, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Knowledge and competence in diagnostic testing, applying Det Norske Veritas (DNV) patient safety initiatives to all aspects of patient care.
- Ability to consistently pay attention to detail while maintaining quality and productivity.
- Ability to prioritize work and situational professional demands.
- Professional verbal and written communication and demeanor under stress.
- Professional and respectful interaction with patients, physicians, and employees.
Responsibilities
- Perform automated and manual laboratory testing in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, and Serology.
- Perform phlebotomy for patients of all age groups when applicable.
- Perform instrument maintenance and interpret calibrations and quality control.
- Prioritize work and maintain quality and productivity.
- Provide professional, respectful service to patients, physicians, and employees.
- Apply patient-safety initiatives to diagnostic testing and patient care.
- Seek performance improvement in laboratory analysis.
Benefits
- Zero-deductible health plan
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Retirement savings match
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program membership
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account for childcare
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Professional development
- Discounts to on-campus dining
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
