Medical Lab Tech - Fast, Accurate Results | Flexible Hours

Patient First; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Overtime Pay

Job summary

Patient First is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform quality lab analyses, follow specimen handling procedures, and assist care teams. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and timely reporting in a high-volume clinical setting.

Responsibilities include processing tests, maintaining records, and ensuring instrument maintenance. CPR certification and ability to lift 20–50 lbs are required, with two years of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Minimum of 60 college hours with related courses (chemistry, biology, medical lab techniques).
• Two years of clinical lab testing experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to lift 20–50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and rapid lab results following procedures and safety guidelines.
• Follow specimen collection, handling, processing, testing, reporting, and records.
• Maintain quality control documentation and instrument calibrations.
• Order lab supplies in the medical record system with physician orders.
• Assist physicians and nurses with patient care and triage.
• Troubleshoot test performance issues and notify supervisors as needed.
• Keep checklists updated and perform duties per job descriptions.
• Maintain laboratory and treatment area cleanliness and equipment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Quality control

Lab safety

Education

High school or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor in chemistry/biology/clinical lab science

One year technician training or military Medical Laboratory training

Job description

Patient First is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform quality lab analyses, follow specimen handling procedures, and assist care teams. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and timely reporting in a high-volume clinical setting.

Responsibilities include processing tests, maintaining records, and ensuring instrument maintenance. CPR certification and ability to lift 20–50 lbs are required, with two years of relevant experience preferred.