Medical Laboratory Tech, Full Time, Days
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine and complex laboratory tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, coagulation, urinalysis, and immunohematology. The role includes conducting diagnostic testing, analyzing results, and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure accurate and reliable outcomes. The technician collaborates with laboratory staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support timely and effective patient care in an acute care hospital setting. The position also involves documenting results, promptly reporting critical values, maintaining quality control and quality assurance processes, collecting specimens, and following infection-control and safety protocols. The technician may assist with training new staff and students and participate in performance improvement and continuing education activities.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in medical laboratory technology, applied science, biology, or a related field (required).
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic medical records (EMR).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Nice To Haves
- MLT-Medical Lab Technician (ASCP) certification upon hire (preferred).
- 1–3 years of clinical laboratory experience in a hospital or diagnostic laboratory setting (preferred).
- BCLS – Basic Life Support upon hire or within a facility-specified time frame (may be required, facility-specific).
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, microbiology, urinalysis, and immunohematology.
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
- Analyze test results for accuracy, identify anomalies, and take corrective action as necessary.
- Document test results and promptly report critical values to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain quality control and quality assurance protocols to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Perform venipuncture and specimen collection as required.
- Assist in training new laboratory staff and students on laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area while following infection-control and safety protocols.
- Communicate with medical staff, patients, and other departments regarding laboratory procedures and test results.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and continuing education to maintain clinical competencies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
