Lead Medical Laboratory Technician

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and report laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate testing and timely results. The role emphasizes specimen handling, QC, and maintaining instrument calibration in a patient-focused setting.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of MLT experience, an accredited associate degree, and active BLS certification, with ASCP/AMT credentials preferred to ensure compliance and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent, with certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Licensed or certified through ASCP, AMT, or equivalent, with ASCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, identifies, prioritizes, and organizes specimens to ensure accurate and timely testing.
• Performs laboratory procedures and reports results.
• Maintains quality control, calibrates instruments, conducts proficiency testing, routine maintenance, and manages inventory, updating QC records.
• Ensures positive patient identification to minimize errors and adverse outcomes.
• Supports ongoing learning, trains new staff, and provides backup support when needed.
• Completes assigned goals effectively.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and report laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate testing and timely results. The role emphasizes specimen handling, QC, and maintaining instrument calibration in a patient-focused setting.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of MLT experience, an accredited associate degree, and active BLS certification, with ASCP/AMT credentials preferred to ensure compliance and quality outcomes.