Medical Lab Tech

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Inc.; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage within 30 days

Paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform diagnostic testing and specimen processing in the Clinical Laboratory under supervision.

You will analyze specimens, report results, and ensure accuracy and turnaround times in a high‑capacity lab.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a Relevant Science with technician training program and ASCP certification as applicable
• ASCP Certification or eligible; Registry eligible within 1 year of hire
• Minimum four months of clinical internship or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing under supervision
• Evaluate specimens for testing and document problems
• Report results including STAT/critical values within policy timelines
• Perform instrument maintenance and calibrations as scheduled
• Maintain quality control and participate in QA activities
• Follow safety policies and protect staff and patients

Skills

Laboratory testing

QC & QA

Safety procedures

Specimen processing

Education

Associate’s Degree in Relevant Science

ASCP Certification or eligible

Registry eligible within 1 year

Job description

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Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

Benefits That Support You

• - Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• - Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• - Retirement savings with employer match
• - Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• - Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• - Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary

This position performs medical diagnostic testing and specimen processing in the Clinical Laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs waived, moderate and highly complex testing under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or General Supervisor and is responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory policies and procedures.

Job Duties

Understand basic principle(s) involved in assigned procedures. Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens. Understands special handling requirements for test results that meet outlying criteria. Performs and documents instrument maintenance as scheduled in assigned area(s), performs and documents calibration according to scheduled intervals or receipt of reagents, trouble‑shoots instruments as assigned by supervisor or designee. Reports results within time limits established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy, records patient data and other information quickly and accurately to ensure appropriate turnaround time and effective retrieval Collects specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures for timely and accurate testing Performs and documents/records quality control as specified for each procedures meeting established internal and regulatory guidelines. Participates in Quality Assurance activities to meet quality improvement standards. Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens. Ensures all incidents that do not meet standard operating procedures are documented in the appropriate QA software for follow‑up and investigation Cleans, organizes and stocks lab work stations so work can be performed in a safe and orderly manner and follows all Safety policies and procedures, i.e. personal protective clothing, face shields, etc. Enhances professional growth development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by but not limited to, participation in continuing education and in‑service training. Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals, blood or body fluids, follows all MSDS requirements for any chemical or reagent, disinfects laboratory benches, properly disposes of hazardous waste, reports safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor. Attends all required Safety training programs, describes his/her responsibilities related to general safety, departmental safety and specific job related hazards. Participates in required Fire Drills or other safety related processes as determined by the department or organization. Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

Associate’s Degree in a Relevant Science with technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare/CLIA regulation(s) and has certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency as a Medical Laboratory Technician OR Associate’s degree in a Relevant Science with completion of a technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare/CLIA regulation(s) with ASCP Certification OR If Registry Eligible – Associate’s Degree and has completed a Medical Laboratory Technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS or MLT eligible under Medicare/CLIA regulation(s) and must be certified within a year of eligibility or be certified one year from date of hire. OR Be a high school graduate or equivalent who successfully completed an official military medical laboratory course of (50) weeks and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of (Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) with ASCP Certification.

Specialized Knowledge

Kind and Length of Experience: Minimum of four months clinical internship as part of an approved training program.

FLSA Status

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