Advanced Medical Laboratory Technician

Medina Healthcare System; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Medina Healthcare System is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to collaborate with the Laboratory team and perform specimen processing and testing, including moderate to high complexity analyses, to support diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires interpreting physician orders, obtaining specimens, drawing blood aseptically, and delivering accurate results and timely data to physicians. Strong teamwork and data interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited program.
• MLT certification (ASCP or AMT).
• Ability to manage high-lab-volume periods.
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Experience with electronic medical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and secure requisitions before testing.
• Obtain correct specimen type and quantity.
• Draw blood aseptically.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids.
• Conduct blood counts and tests for transfusion purposes.
• Document all requests and results accurately and timely.
• Notify physician of abnormal results.
• Maintain daily QC and cleaning per guidelines.
• Order and stock supplies as needed.

Skills

Lab knowledge

Computer skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

ASCP certification

AMT certification

Tools

EMR software

Handheld scanning

Job description

Medina Healthcare System is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to collaborate with the Laboratory team and perform specimen processing and testing, including moderate to high complexity analyses, to support diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires interpreting physician orders, obtaining specimens, drawing blood aseptically, and delivering accurate results and timely data to physicians. Strong teamwork and data interpretation skills are essential.