Medical Technician Nights - 10pm-7am

About the role

Southeast Medical Group is a leading healthcare provider in the Southeast region, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This supervisory role is essential to the lab operations, contributing to accurate diagnostics and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assists in specimen collection and processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and preparing samples for testing, ensuring proper handling to prevent contamination and errors.
• Label, process, and transport specimens accurately for analysis, maintaining chain-of-custody documentation.
• Prepares lab equipment, reagents, and work areas for procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and surfaces in accordance with OSHA and infection control standards.
• Maintains accurate equipment records and daily work logs.
• Enters laboratory data accurately and promptly into the lab information system (LIS) or electronic health records (EHR), verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
• Follows safety protocols, including monitoring biohazard waste disposal, maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE), and assisting with inventory checks and supply ordering to support uninterrupted operations.
• Supports quality assurance activities, such as participating in basic quality control checks, proficiency testing, and team training sessions; assists in maintaining lab documentation for inspections and compliance.
• Provides general administrative support, such as filing reports, ordering supplies, and helping with patient instructions for specimen collection.
• Collaborate with staff to respond to routine lab needs, troubleshoot minor issues, and perform other assigned duties while prioritizing patient safety and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or chemistry from an accredited institution.
• Licensure or other certifications: Certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer literacy skills, including familiarity with data entry and Microsoft Office, required.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow instructions precisely, and commitment to safety protocols.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills for working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Previous experience with EMR Allscripts/Veradigm and/or CGM LabDaq (LIS) preferred.
• Previous experience with QuidelOrtho Vitros 5600 and/or Sysmex XN-2000 preferred.
• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory, healthcare, or related setting preferred.
• Knowledge of basic lab procedures, such as specimen processing and aseptic techniques, aligned with best practices from organizations like the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI).
• Ability to multitask and adapt to varying workloads.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 100 pounds of force.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery.
• Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

Pay

Salary range: $XX - $YY based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Flexibility may be available for some positions.