Med Lab Tech Processing

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor position at University Hospital's Central Processing Area covers specimen processing, manual test order entry, and verification of test requisitions, while handling customer service tasks related to testing samples.

The MLT-Processor contributes to quality control, inventory management, and continuing education, with weekend/holiday rotation as scheduled to ensure 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required for this role.
• Certification or vocational training may be preferred by management.
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and manual test order entry.
• Verify laboratory test requisition entry and resolve order issues.
• Provide customer service, answer inquiries and resolve specimen problems.
• Participate in quality control and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Support inventory control and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical skills

Cognitive skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification or vocational training may be preferred

Job description

Job Title

Med Lab Tech

Processing Department

University Hospital | Central Processing Area

Scope of Position

Central Processing Area encompasses specimen collection and receipt, specimen processing, specimen distribution, send out referral testing, and client services within the Department of Clinical Laboratories. The Central Processing Area is staffed 24 hours per day, Sunday through Saturday.

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.
• Certification or vocational training may be preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• On going: Meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements.
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required for essential job functions.

Location

University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type

Regular

Working Hours

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift

Varying Shifts

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.

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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

About Ohio State

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. 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.