Medical Laboratory Technician I

Monday to Friday, 8-hour rotating shifts with start times ranging from 7:15 AM to 12:00 PM, including rotational weekends and holidays.

Pay

Pay range: $25.00 - $36.12 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits

Depending on full-time (30+ hours) or part-time status, benefits may include:

• Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® and healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior personnel in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Perform some moderate complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight.
• Support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results, including STAT or critical results.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and opened dates where applicable.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function.
• Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
• Inform supervisory personnel of problems associated with test procedures.
• Report actual or potential deviations from standard testing procedures and cooperate in investigations.
• Review and enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized physician reports.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, using personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and work practice controls as directed.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published March 14, 1990.
• One to three years of clinical experience preferred.
• Associate Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology (required). Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF; U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology (preferred).
• ASCP Certification (preferred).

Skills

• Basic theoretical and operational knowledge in clinical testing.
• Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for courteous and effective interaction with supervisors, co-workers, and clients.
• Ability to handle confidential client information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting and carrying objects: 1–10 pounds frequently, 11–25 pounds occasionally, 36–50 pounds seldom, and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• Use of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments requiring significant manual dexterity.