Medical Lab Tech - Evening Shift

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) Matching

Student Loan Support

Tuition Assistance

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Lab Technician to perform a range of diagnostic tests on blood and body fluids, supporting timely patient care. The role requires handling moderate to high-complexity analyses, strict adherence to QC standards, and safe operation of lab equipment in a clinical setting.

The successful candidate will document results in the LIS, follow regulatory guidelines, and participate in staff training while maintaining dependable attendance and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or military lab training required.
• 0–2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• State license and national certifications as listed.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived to high-complexity tests following procedures and validates results.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and performs preventive maintenance.
• Executes quality control procedures and documents corrective actions when needed.
• Documents patient test results in LIS and reports critical results per protocol.
• Collects venipuncture and capillary samples with proper patient identification.
• Mentors students and new staff, providing feedback and instruction.

Skills

Lab testing principles

LIS proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Patient safety

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures (50 weeks)

Medical Laboratory Specialist MOS

Job description

Medical Lab Tech

Position Type: Full Time - Evening Shift

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Support – Up to$20,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future.
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance

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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