Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Southside Medical Center

Laboratory Testing

Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests. Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to make appropriate determinations.

Quality Assurance

Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results. Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control. Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.

Training and Support

Aid in training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures. Performs computer functions on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS). Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise. Assists with inventory control.

Technical Experience

Requires 2 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred).

Education

Must have one of the following:

• Associates, Medical Lab Technology, completed at least 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency.
• Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years.

Licensing and Certification

MLT Se Certification or eligibility by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) is required for BSMH. For RSFH (as of 3/27/25), if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.

Skills

• Active Listening
• Service Orientation
• Cordination
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Data Entry
• Microsoft Office
• Telephone Skills
• Lab Information Systems
• Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
• Analyze data
• Lab Equipment
• Quality assurance and control
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Phlebotomy
• Patient care

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible). Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts. Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders. Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.