Medical Laboratory Technician

Southwest General•Middleburg Heights, OH

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest General’s fully automated laboratory serves all areas of the health system including the emergency departments with blood bank, clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, histology and more. With many of our techs being generalists, our laboratory is a great place to learn and grow and we welcome both new and experienced lab professionals. Performs laboratory testing for all CLIA complexity levels. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Evaluates and resolves technical problems requiring independent judgment and critical thinking skills. Performs and evaluates quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement functions. Demonstrates ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision in a stressful environment. Participates in other laboratory functions per position responsibilities.

Requirements

Associate degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology with specific required courses plus one (1) year ASCP approved Medical Lab Technology training program required.
Minimum 1 year microbiology experience required.
Registry Eligible or MLT (ASCP) Medical Laboratory Technician Certified, Medical Technician Certified, MT (ASCP) Medical Laboratory Scientist Certified, MLS (ASCP) or Medical Technician Certified, MT (AMT) required.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory testing for all CLIA complexity levels.
Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.
Evaluates and resolves technical problems requiring independent judgment and critical thinking skills.
Performs and evaluates quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement functions.
Demonstrates ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
Participates in other laboratory functions per position responsibilities.