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Medical Lab Tech

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 9 hours
Location

Lufkin, TX 75915, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

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  • The Medical Lab Technician position offers a competitive salary along with shift differentials and various benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Candidates are required to have an Associate Degree in a relevant field or equivalent military training, along with 0-2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience.
  • The role involves conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests, ensuring adherence to quality control standards, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
  • Essential functions include performing laboratory testing, maintaining accurate documentation in the Laboratory Information System, and collecting blood specimens.
  • Licenses and certifications such as MLT from ASCP or AAB, along with Basic Life Support certification, are required for this position.

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Clinical Ladder Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Rewards and recognition programs
  • Additional perks and discounts

 

Job Summary

The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. This role requires expertise in performing moderate and high-complexity tests while adhering to strict quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The Medical Lab Technician is also tasked with maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information.

Essential Functions

  • Performs laboratory testing in assigned departments following established procedures for waived, moderate, and high-complexity tests; reviews and validates results for accuracy.
  • Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; performs scheduled preventive maintenance and resolves technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Performs and evaluates quality control procedures; initiates and documents corrective actions for out-of-range or invalid results before releasing patient data.
  • Accurately documents patient test results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and follows procedures for critical result reporting and specimen integrity.
  • Collects blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary techniques according to established phlebotomy procedures, ensuring proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
  • Recognizes, investigates, and resolves issues related to specimen collection, processing, and testing; escalates concerns when appropriate.
  • Participates in the training of students and new personnel by demonstrating procedures, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or
  • Technical School completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks minimum) and holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist required
  • 0-2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of laboratory testing principles, quality control practices, and specimen handling.
  • Proficiency with laboratory instruments, LIS platforms, and data entry.
  • Ability to follow established protocols and regulatory guidelines (e.g., CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety in laboratory practices.

Licenses and Certifications

  • MLT-Medical Lab Technician (ASCP) required or
  • MLT - Medical Lab Technician issued by AAB or HEW required or
  • Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required

 

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