Medical Lab Tech - Generalist

Community Health Systems; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Health Insurance Coverage

Educational Reimbursement

401K

Sofi Program

Shift Differentials

Career growth and advancementPotential

Low cost of living in Texas

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Medical Lab Technician for an evening, full-time role at Navarro Regional. The technician will perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood and body fluids to support timely patient care.

They will maintain lab equipment, follow quality controls, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information. The position requires an Associate Degree in Laboratory Science or equivalent military training, with 0–2 years

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and QC standards.
• Proficient in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining lab equipment.
• Able to analyze quality control data and patient test results.
• Strong communication and teamwork to collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests with accuracy and timely reporting.
• Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzes data, and resolves out-of-range results.
• Operates and maintains instruments, conducts preventive maintenance, and reports issues to supervisors.
• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
• Ensures compliance with PPE and safety regulations in a safe lab environment.
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team to complete tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and data in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Quality control

Lab equipment operation

Data analysis

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Laboratory Science

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course

Job description

MEDICAL LAB TECH

Shift

• Full-Time
• EVENINGS

Top Reasons to Join Navarro Regional

• Immediate Health Insurance Coverage
• Great benefits such as: Educational Reimbursement, 401K, Sofi Program
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Shift Differentials
• High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny TEXAS

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

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