Medical Technologist
Memphis Pathology Laboratory · Knoxville, TN · 1 mo ago
AnalystFull-time
About the role
You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem‑solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all‑star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? This opportunity is full‑time during first shift. Location: Knoxville, TN.
Responsibilities
- Perform a vital part of the patient care process through moderate and high complexity testing
- Analyze, review, and report testing results
- Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions
- Work in a fast‑paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards
- Champion safety, compliance, and quality control
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an AMA‑approved Medical Laboratory training program to qualify as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
- Or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent preferred and completion of an AMA‑approved program of Medical Technology to qualify as a Medical Technologist (MT)
- Current TN licensure as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT)
- Certification or eligible by ASCP or equivalent
- 6 months of laboratory training or experience
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms
- Bonus points: 2+ years of laboratory training or experience performing high complexity testing within area of specialty
Pay
Competitive Wages plus shift differential
Benefits
- Appreciation for your work
- A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
- Opportunity to grow in your profession
- Free lab services for you and your dependents
- Work‑life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
- A sense of belonging – we’re a community!
Schedule
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Days: Monday - Friday with rotating weekends
- Hours: 6AM to 2:30PM