Med Lab Tech-Testing

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, is hiring a Medical Lab Technologist. This position involves processing specimens, conducting tests in Microbiology, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Medical Technology or a related field, with MT/MLS certification required. Successful candidates are subject to background checks and may need to complete further certifications within a year. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to clinical improvements and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Must be MT/MLS certified or obtain MLS certification within 1 year.
• Must attempt first board of certification test within the first six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and test request entry.
• Conduct clinical lab testing in Microbiology.
• Participate in quality control and continuous quality improvement.

Education

2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Associate's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree

Job description

The medical lab technologist - testing performs specimen processing, test request entry, order entry verification and correction, and all clinical lab testing in Microbiology. Testing includes interpretation of smears and cultures, performing and interpreting identification and susceptibility tests, specialized testing in AFB, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or molecular methods as assigned. This technician also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education within the area.

Minimum Education Required

• 2‑Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree, with MT/MLS certification. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire.

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.