Medical Laboratory Technician
Southern Ohio Medical Center•Portsmouth, OH
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technician works under the supervision of the Transfusion Services/Lab Education Manager and/or the Core Lab Manager. The primary function is to perform and assess laboratory tests and procedures. The technician also performs quality control, routine maintenance, and other assigned duties. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or successful completion of an equivalent high school exam.
- Associate degree in Medical Technology or equivalent.
- MLT licensure by ASCP or AMT.
Nice To Haves
- Laboratory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical diagnostic testing on blood and other biological specimens using automated and non-automated instrumentation according to established procedures, including patient identification, specimen preparation, and dilution.
- Assess and correlate test results before reporting; process specimens and prioritize tasks to meet expected turnaround times.
- Perform and document quality control and quality assurance data, document failures and corrective actions, report documentation to a supervisor or manager for review, and participate in proficiency survey testing.
- Perform and record routine daily maintenance, resolve minor problems, and notify the section manager of problems and actions taken.
- Keep the work area clean and orderly; follow safety policies and procedures; prepare and label reagents, controls, and stock solutions; and help maintain supply inventory.
- Prepare specimens for distribution to work areas and for transport to reference laboratories.
- Perform required clerical and computer tasks and procedures.
- Participate in orientation of new employees and students.
- Perform calibrations as assigned.
- Review procedure manuals, follow standard operating procedures, and report needed updates to the manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
- Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility
- Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Earned Wage Access
- Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Tuition and certification assistance
- Discounted or free gym membership through Club LC
- Employee discount and payroll deduct programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
