MEDICAL LAB TECH/MED TECH

Mchsys; Blytheville (AR); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mchsys is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for a PRN/as-needed role in Blytheville, AR. The incumbent will perform routine lab testing and report results, with 8.0 or 11.5-hour shifts per day and rotating shifts as required.

Under supervision of the Laboratory Director or Supervisor, responsibilities include equipment troubleshooting, documenting results, and communicating recollection protocols for rejected samples, ensuring accuracy and proper sample handling.

Qualifications

• AMA approved Medical Laboratory Training program or Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Completion of an AMA approved program of Medical Technology.
• Overtime and rotating shifts may be required per department.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and log testing results according to lab protocol.
• Make decisions on specimen validity within 20 minutes of receiving each specimen.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair issues with laboratory equipment.
• Present recollection protocols to clients if a sample is rejected.
• Verify that all test results match submitted specimens and are properly organized.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Specimen validity decisions

Equipment troubleshooting

Documentation & results logging

Education

AMA approved Medical Laboratory Training program

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

AMA approved Medical Technology program

Job description

Description

MLT PRN (AS NEEDED) *Safety Sensitive Job

Utilizes laboratory skills to perform and report results of clearly identified routine laboratory procedures which affect patient care. Responsible for 8.0 hours or 11.5 hours/day, 10/7 days a payroll period. Incumbents are subject to overtime, and rotating shifts as required by Great River Center/SMC Regional Center. This position is under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Director or Laboratory Supervisor.

• Perform laboratory testing and log testing results appropriately, according to established lab protocol
• Make decisions on specimen validity within 20 minutes of receiving each specimen
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair any issues with the equipment used in the laboratory
• Present clients with recollection protocols in the event that a sample is rejected
• Verify that all test results match the specimens that were submitted and also ensure that all tests are marked and organized appropriately

Requirements

Completion of an AMA approved Medical Laboratory Training program or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and completion of an AMA approved program of Medical Technology.