Medical Lab Tech PRN

CHS Career Site; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to conduct routine and specialized diagnostic tests on specimens, ensuring accuracy and timely results. This role requires expertise in moderate/high complexity testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

You will operate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, document results in LIS, and participate in training of students and new staff while maintaining a safe, compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree or military Medical Laboratory training.
• 0-2 years of acute clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• MLT certification or license required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing in assigned departments following procedures for waived, moderate, and high-complexity tests; reviews results for accuracy.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; performs preventive maintenance and resolves issues promptly.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures; initiates corrective actions for out-of-range or invalid results before releasing data.
• Documents patient test results in LIS and follows procedures for critical result reporting and specimen integrity.
• Collects blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary techniques with proper patient identification and labeling.
• Investigates and resolves issues related to specimen collection, processing, and testing; escalates as needed.
• Participates in training of students and new personnel by demonstrating procedures and providing feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Phlebotomy

LIS data entry

Instrument troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks) and Medical Laboratory Specialist MOS

MLT certification (ASCP) or equivalent

State license where applicable

MLT-AMT certification

Tools

Laboratory instruments

LIS platforms

Data entry systems

Job description

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.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures; initiates and documents corrective actions for out-of-range or invalid results before releasing patient data.
• Accurately documents patient test results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and follows procedures for critical result reporting and specimen integrity.
• Collects blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary techniques according to established phlebotomy procedures, ensuring proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Recognizes, investigates, and resolves issues related to specimen collection, processing, and testing; escalates concerns when appropriate.
• Participates in the training of students and new personnel by demonstrating procedures, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• 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 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