Medical Laboratory Technician

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 43,202 - 69,306; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

401(k)

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Shift differential

Job summary

Meritus Medical Center, Inc. in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform laboratory procedures across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases.

The role requires an associate degree in medical technology (or related field) and ASCP/AMT certification is recommended. Excellent attention to detail and adherence to CLIA standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical technology or related field required.
• ASCP/AMT certification recommended or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of general lab equipment and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory procedures accurately and timely according to hospital policies.
• Handles specimens, test analyses, reporting, and record keeping per CLIA high‑complexity standards.
• Maintains quality control, calibrations, and corrective actions documentation.
• Ensures compliance with proficiency testing and instrument maintenance requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Timeliness

Laboratory procedures

Education

Associate’s degree in medical technology or related field

ASCP or AMT certification (recommended)

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Centrifuge

Job description

Meritus Medical Center, Inc., Hagerstown, MD.
Medical Lab Scientist — MULTIPLE OPENINGS.

Performs laboratory procedures in a timely and accurate manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Performs functional duties in the pre‑analytic, analytic, and post‑analytic phases of the laboratory workflow. Must comply with CLIA standards (42CFR493.1495) for high‑complexity testing. Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Maintains records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Adheres to quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and ensures maintenance is performed. When test systems fall outside acceptable performance levels, identifies problems and either corrects them or notifies the general supervisor, technical supervisor, or Laboratory Medical Director, documenting all corrective actions taken.

Establishes a track record of consistently accurate work that demonstrates attention to detail and reflects well on the organization.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in medical technology or in a chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science from an accredited institution.
• At least six months of full‑time clinical laboratory experience.
• ASCP or AMT certification, or an equivalent nationally recognized MLT or categorical certification (recommended).
• Working knowledge of general laboratory equipment (centrifuge, microscope, etc.), keyboards, LIS, calculators, fax, and auto analyzers.
• Basic computer skills.

*Regulations state that candidates with associate’s degrees in fields other than medical technology must meet additional requirements to perform high‑complexity tests:

1. Earned an associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or
2. Successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least 50 weeks and held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).

Salary Range: $20.77 to $33.32 per hour ($43,201.60 to $69,305.60 per year).

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well‑being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance (available starting the 1st of the month following the date of hire), life insurance, and short and long‑term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one. We also provide a 401(k) plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding further value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen, and support one another. We provide warm welcomes, hospitality‑driven closures, and are always ready to help.