Clinical Lab Technician: Precision Testing & QA

Atrium Health; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Shelby, NC is seeking a clinical laboratory professional to support testing workflows in a fast-paced setting. You will adhere to QA procedures, prepare reagents, and manage inventory while exercising clinical judgement to resolve instrument issues through proper channels.

The role requires an associate degree with MLT eligibility and timely certification within one year of hire, in accordance with CLIA, CAP, TJC and OSHA standards, ensuring high standards of patient safety and

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
• MLT registry eligible or equivalent required. MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow QA guidelines for equipment and work area; document corrective actions for non-conforming events.
• Prepare reagents and maintain materials; manage inventory to reduce waste/expense.
• Exercise clinical judgment to set priorities and troubleshoot test systems with the appropriate department contacts.
• Assist with revisions of procedures for accreditation; adhere to CAP, TJC, OSHA requirements.
• Maintain clear, real-time communication shift-to-shift with leadership on issues affecting patient care or department operations.
• Participate in staff meetings and projects to plan and implement changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality assurance

Testing procedures

Troubleshooting

Clinical judgement

Education

Associates degree

MLT certification eligibility

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Atrium Health in Shelby, NC is seeking a clinical laboratory professional to support testing workflows in a fast-paced setting. You will adhere to QA procedures, prepare reagents, and manage inventory while exercising clinical judgement to resolve instrument issues through proper channels.

The role requires an associate degree with MLT eligibility and timely certification within one year of hire, in accordance with CLIA, CAP, TJC and OSHA standards, ensuring high standards of patient safety and