Medical Lab Technician I

Role Overview: The Medical Lab Technician performs waived and non-waived testing in accordance with CLIA '88 standards, ensuring accurate, timely results and compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. They assist with specimen collection, receipt, and processing, and support department quality assurance and inventory management. Key Responsibilities: Perform testing with proper startup, calibration, and troubleshooting of instruments and computer systems.Validate and ensure the accuracy of patient and QC results; identify and resolve testing issues.Manage supplies efficiently, contribute to cost-saving initiatives, and participate in departmental projects.Train personnel, work independently, and perform specimen collection and processing as needed.Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders, fostering teamwork. Qualifications & Skills: Associate or Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or equivalent experience meeting CLIA requirements.Competency in phlebotomy; preferred certifications include MLT (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).Knowledge of medical terminology, specimen requirements, and laboratory procedures.Ability to troubleshoot instruments and computer systems; strong problem-solving skills.Effective communication and teamwork abilities.