Medical Laboratory Technician
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs clinical laboratory testing while following established testing procedures and policies. The technician supports quality assurance, equipment and work-area readiness, reagent preparation, materials inventory, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and clear communication about issues that may affect patient care or department operations. This is a full-time, third-shift position with a schedule of seven nights on followed by seven nights off, totaling 40 hours per week. The position is sign-on bonus eligible based on eligibility.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
- MLT registry eligible or equivalent.
- MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification or equivalent required within one year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate proficiency in testing procedures and follow policies and quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work areas.
- Document corrective action for non-conforming events.
- Prepare reagents and maintain adequate supplies of materials for test procedures.
- Manage inventory to reduce departmental waste and expense.
- Use clinical judgment to assess priorities, identify and solve problems, and offer solutions for test systems through appropriate department channels.
- Contact a troubleshooting hotline or arrange service when needed to resolve test-system issues.
- Assist with reviewing and revising procedures and documentation related to accreditation.
- Adhere to applicable regulatory requirements, including those of CAP, TJC, and OSHA.
- Maintain clear, real-time communication across shifts and with leadership about issues that may affect patient care or department operations.
- Participate in planning and implementing change through staff meetings, task forces, or projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus, based on eligibility
- Paid time off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
