Medical Lab Tech - Evenings

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Sign On Bonus: $25,000

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000

Competitive salary and comprehensive •

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for weekend premium coverage. The role conducts routine and specialized tests on blood, body fluids, and specimens to support accurate patient diagnosis, maintains QA standards, troubleshoots equipment, and collaborates with clinicians to provide timely results.

Requires an associate degree in CLT sciences or military MLT training; 0-2 years acute care lab experience; strong knowledge of lab safety, protocols, and computer

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course completion (50 weeks minimum) with MLS specialty is required.
• 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience preferred/required

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently.
• Adheres to quality control protocols and resolves out-of-range results.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments and performs preventative maintenance.
• Uses laboratory computer systems for data entry and results reporting.
• Collects and documents specimens and ensures chain-of-custody where required.
• Maintains safety compliance with PPE and infection control practices.
• Assists with phlebotomy and supports departmental tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and compliant data reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains reliable attendance.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory safety

PPE proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks)

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

Medical Technologist - Weekend Premium

• 401(k) with matching


• Sign On Bonus: $25,000


• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000


• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Full-Time | 40-hours


• Shift | Evenings


• Schedule | Monday-Friday | Rotating weekends | Rotating holidays


• Hours | 2:00pm-10:30am

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)


• 401(k) with matching


• Sign On Bonus: $25,000


• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000


• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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 moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with proper documentation.


• Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and resolving issues promptly.


• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicates issues to supervisors as needed.


• Demonstrates proficiency in using laboratory computer systems for general and section-specific functions.


• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.


• Ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety regulations.


• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete departmental tasks.


• Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.


• 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 care laboratory experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and quality control standards.


• Proficiency in laboratory equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.


• Ability to analyze and interpret quality control data and patient test results.


• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals.


• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and infection control protocols.


• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Licenses and Certifications

• MLT - Medical Lab Technician through ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW, or equivalent certification agency required


• State license where applicable required