Med-Lab Tech Processing

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus is seeking a Med-Lab Tech (MLT-Processor) to cover the Central Processing area within the Clinical Laboratories. Responsibilities include specimen processing, manual test order entry, and verification of lab requisitions, with weekend/holiday rotation as required.

The role emphasizes quality control, inventory management, and ongoing professional development, with opportunities to contribute to continuous quality improvement and patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and enter test orders manually.
• Verify laboratory test requisitions and resolve order issues with physicians or specimens.
• Provide customer service by answering telephone inquiries and assisting with testing samples.
• Participate in quality control, quality improvement activities, inventory control and continuing education.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Med-Lab Tech

Processing Department: University Hospital | Central Processing Area

Scope/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 Diploma or GED.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.

Location

University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Third Shift

Background Check

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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• 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.

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