Medical Lab Tech

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Medical Lab Technician to perform routine and specialized tests on blood and body fluids, supporting accurate patient diagnosis. You will handle moderate to high-complexity work, ensure quality control, and troubleshoot equipment in a regulated lab.

The role requires an associate degree or military lab training, with attention to safety and regulatory guidelines. You will collect specimens, document results, and assist in training staff, contributing to

Qualifications

• Associate degree or military coursework required; 0-2 years lab experience preferred.
• Licensure/state license where applicable.
• Experience with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission guidelines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderate, and high-complexity tests following procedures.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots lab equipment; performs maintenance.
• Documents results in LIS and ensures proper specimen handling and reporting.
• Collects specimens via venipuncture and label integrity and patient ID.
• Participates in training of students and new personnel; supports quality control.
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Laboratory testing principles

Quality control practices

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks) MOS Medical Laboratory Specialist

Tools

Laboratory instruments

LIS platforms

Data entry systems

Job description

Job Summary
The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. This role requires expertise in performing moderate and high-complexity tests while adhering to strict quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The Medical Lab Technician is also tasked with maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information.
Essential Functions

• Performs laboratory testing in assigned departments following established procedures for waived, moderate, and high-complexity tests; reviews and validates results for accuracy.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; performs scheduled preventive maintenance and resolves technical issues in a timely manner.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures; initiates and documents corrective actions for out-of-range or invalid results before releasing patient data.
• Accurately documents patient test results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and follows procedures for critical result reporting and specimen integrity.
• Collects blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary techniques according to established phlebotomy procedures, ensuring proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Recognizes, investigates, and resolves issues related to specimen collection, processing, and testing; escalates concerns when appropriate.
• Participates in the training of students and new personnel by demonstrating procedures, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or
• Technical School completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks minimum) and holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist required
• 0-2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory testing principles, quality control practices, and specimen handling.
• Proficiency with laboratory instruments, LIS platforms, and data entry.
• Ability to follow established protocols and regulatory guidelines (e.g., CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety in laboratory practices.

Licenses and Certifications

• MLT-Medical Lab Technician (ASCP) required or
• MLT - Medical Lab Technician issued by AAB or HEW required or
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT required
• State license where applicable required

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