Medical Lab Tech - Part time

Northwest Health; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Northwest Health is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for an on-site role in Indiana. The 32-hour weekly evening shift (2pm–10:30pm) involves performing routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood and other specimens, ensuring accuracy and quality control, and collaborating with clinicians.

The position requires an Associate Degree or military Medical Laboratory Procedures training, with 0–2 years of clinical lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or military Medical Laboratory Procedures course required
• 0-2 years acute clinical laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs waived to high-complexity laboratory testing and validates results for accuracy
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and performs preventive maintenance

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

Instrument handling

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in CLA/Medical Lab Tech

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course

Tools

LIS platforms

Job description

Medical Lab Tech

• $10,000 Relocation
• 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

Medical Lab Tech

Position Type: 32 hours per week - Evening Shift 2p - 10:30p

Benefits

• $10,000 Relocation
• 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.

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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