Medical Lab Technician

About the role

Performs applied techniques for various chemical, microscopic, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Works with a focus in a specialty areas of the Laboratory, such as Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Serology and/or Microbiology.

Responsibilities

• Receives and/or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Records laboratory test results.
• Performs training activities and special projects.
• In the absence of a Medical Technologist, may be asked to perform additional duties in order to ensure patient care needs are met through continuous work flow of the lab.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in medical technology.
• Certification as an MLT from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or ASCP Categorical Certification specific for the laboratory section employed in (H, C, M, BB) is required.
• Must provide education transcript prior to start of employment.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year clinical laboratory experience.
• Demonstrates efficient operation and knowledge of basic instrument theory of operation and function of components.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: An associate’s degree in medical technology.
• Certification as an MLT from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or ASCP Categorical Certification specific for the laboratory section employed in (H, C, M, BB) is required.
• Must provide education transcript prior to start of employment.
• Minimum of one (1) year clinical laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of basic instrument theory of operation and function of components.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology.
• American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) certification as a Medical Technologist or ASCP Categorical Certification specific for laboratory section employed in (H, C, M, BB) or eligible required.
• Must provide education transcript prior to start of employment.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Competencies

• Knowledgeable in laboratory automation and information systems.
• Access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.