Medical Lab Tech & Technologist - Fast Diagnostics

Patient First; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Medical treatment at any PA

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Job summary

Patient First seeks a skilled laboratory professional to provide rapid, accurate test results and support patient care across centers. Responsibilities include specimen handling, reporting, and quality control to ensure safety and efficiency.

Applicants should have 60 college hours or an equivalent medical lab training, with experience in venipuncture and lab instrumentation. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential for center operations.

Qualifications

• High school graduate (or equivalent) and college coursework in chemistry/biology or clinical laboratory science.
• One year of technician training or military Medical Laboratory Procedures is acceptable.
• Two years of clinical lab testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and rapid lab results with knowledge of analyses, procedures, equipment, and safety.
• Follow procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, reporting and record-keeping.
• Assist physicians and nurses with patient care and triage.
• Order lab and related supplies in the medical record system as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and set up lab and treatment areas; attend mandatory trainings.

Skills

Venipuncture

Laboratory skills

Quality control

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

60 semester hours college

Associate/Bachelor in chemistry/biology

Medical Laboratory Technician training

Tools

Medical record system

Lab instruments

CPR certification

Job description

Patient First seeks a skilled laboratory professional to provide rapid, accurate test results and support patient care across centers. Responsibilities include specimen handling, reporting, and quality control to ensure safety and efficiency.

Applicants should have 60 college hours or an equivalent medical lab training, with experience in venipuncture and lab instrumentation. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential for center operations.