Lab Technologist (MLT) – High-Complexity Testing

Piedmont Urgent Care Occupational Medicine; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Certification reimbursement

EAP & Wellness

Job summary

Piedmont Urgent Care is seeking a Laboratory Technologist (MLT) to perform high-complexity testing, including RT-qPCR, and ensure lab accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will receive, accession, and process specimens, execute QC, and report results using EMR systems in a fast-paced clinical support team.

The role requires CLS/MLT education with option for equivalent training, strong attention to detail, and flexibility for 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Meets CLIA, CMS, and COLA requirements for high-complexity testing.
• Degree options include CLS/MLT or equivalent training.
• Minimum lab training with testing in specified specialties.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity testing including RT-qPCR and other assays.
• Receive, accession, and process specimens accurately.
• Execute quality control and document corrective actions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments and equipment.
• Report results timely via EMR and instrument software.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CLIA, COLA, HIPAA.
• Manage inventory to minimize waste and costs.
• Participate in proficiency testing and regulatory readiness.
• Train new team members on procedures and safety.
• Support overtime as needed for operations.

Skills

RT-qPCR experience

Attention to detail

Effective communicator

Team collaboration

12-hour shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s in CLS/MLT

Associate in Laboratory Science

Equivalent education/training

Tools

PCR machines

EMR software

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Piedmont Urgent Care is seeking a Laboratory Technologist (MLT) to perform high-complexity testing, including RT-qPCR, and ensure lab accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will receive, accession, and process specimens, execute QC, and report results using EMR systems in a fast-paced clinical support team.

The role requires CLS/MLT education with option for equivalent training, strong attention to detail, and flexibility for 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.