Medical Lab Tech (MLT)

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

21h

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician tests laboratory specimens for patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatric patients. The technician reviews, interprets, and reports laboratory results; processes blood and other body fluids; and performs operational duties, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting for laboratory instrumentation and equipment. The role also includes phlebotomy, clerical and supply-related tasks, procedure development assistance, teaching support, and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree from an approved college or university, graduation from an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians, or equivalent education such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489.
The education or equivalent training must meet CLIA criteria for High Complexity testing under 42 CFR 493.1489.
0–2 years of experience as a medical laboratory technician.

Nice To Haves

Certification or registry eligibility through an approved certifying agency, such as ASCP, HHS, or AMT. Registry-eligible employees should obtain certification within one year from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

Process and test specimens for clinical studies.
Review test results and apply the correct clinical interpretation of the data.
Report laboratory results accurately and responsively, including through the laboratory information system.
Process blood and other body fluids.
Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment, including advanced troubleshooting.
Perform venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensure specimen integrity.
Perform basic clerical functions.
Assist in creating procedures.
Assist in teaching employees or students.
Relay, order, take inventory of, and stock supplies.
Use resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain a safe environment.
Address patient population-specific needs.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.