Med Lab Tech Processing

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in Columbus seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor (MLT-Processor) to cover the Central Processing area. Responsibilities include specimen processing, manual test order entry, and verification of requisitions.

The role supports customer service and participates in quality control and inventory management. Qualifications include a high school education; an associate degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biology is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and manual test order entry.
• Verify laboratory test requisition entry and resolve related issues.
• Provide customer service by answering inquiries and resolving testing sample problems with orders or specimen collection errors.
• Participate in quality control, process improvement, and inventory control.

Skills

Specimen handling

Customer service

Test order entry

Quality control

Education

Associate's degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biological science

Job description

Job Title: Med Lab Tech

Processing Department: University Hospital | Central Processing Area

Scope of Position

• specimen collection and receipt
• specimen processing
• specimen distribution
• send out referral testing
• client services within the Department of Clinical Laboratories

Position Summary

This Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor (MLT-Processor) is responsible for covering the duties and responsibilities of the Central Processing area as applicable within division of the Clinical Laboratories. Performs specimen processing, manual computer test order entry; verification of laboratory test requisition entry, and customer service related duties such as answering telephone inquiries and problem resolution of testing samples with physician order and/or specimen collection errors. The MLT-Processor also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement activities, inventory control, professional development and continuing education within the area. The MLT-Processor positions assigned to cover the Central Processing Area are required to rotate weekends and holidays per manager-approved weekend/holiday schedule and/or as operational necessity dictates due to staffing issues where applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

High school education required; Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Third Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.