Medical Lab Tech - Processing & Specimen Ops (Rotating Shifts)

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor (MLT-Processor) to support the Central Processing Area. The area handles specimen processing, test order entry, requisition verification, and customer service for testing-related inquiries.

The role requires 1 year of relevant experience (2-4 preferred) and a high school diploma or GED with potential certification. Weekend/holiday rotations apply, and ongoing education is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; certification or vocational training may be preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience required; 2-4 years preferred.
• Meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen processing and manual computer test order entry.
• Verifies laboratory test requisition entry and handles customer service inquiries.
• Resolves issues with testing samples when orders or specimen collection are incorrect.
• Participates in quality control, quality improvement activities, and inventory control.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification or vocational training preferred

Job description

The Ohio State University Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician-Processor (MLT-Processor) to support the Central Processing Area. The area handles specimen processing, test order entry, requisition verification, and customer service for testing-related inquiries.

The role requires 1 year of relevant experience (2-4 preferred) and a high school diploma or GED with potential certification. Weekend/holiday rotations apply, and ongoing education is encouraged.