Medical Lab Tech- Weekend DAYS

Longview Regional Medical Center; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Longview Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for weekend days to join the laboratory team. The role involves performing moderate and high-complexity tests on blood and body fluids, maintaining QC standards, and troubleshooting instruments to ensure timely and accurate results.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate Degree or military MLS training, have 0-2 years acute care experience, and collaborate closely with healthcare staff to provide essential diagnostic

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required
• Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks min) with MLS SAMS preferred
• 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience required

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests with accurate reporting
• Adheres to quality control protocols and analyzes data
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments and performs preventive maintenance
• Uses laboratory information systems for data entry and retrieval
• Collects, processes, and documents urine drug screens as required
• Maintains PPE and follows safety regulations
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team
• Maintains accurate records and statistics per regulatory standards
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains regular attendance and compliance with policies

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in CLIA lab field

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Medical Lab TECH - Weekend Days

Shift

• Full-Time
• Days(Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

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 moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with proper documentation.
• Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and resolving issues promptly.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicates issues to supervisors as needed.
• Demonstrates proficiency in using laboratory computer systems for general and section-specific functions.
• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety regulations.
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete departmental tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
• 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 care laboratory experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and quality control standards.
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret quality control data and patient test results.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and infection control protocols.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Licenses and Certifications

• MLT - Medical Lab Technician through ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW, or equivalent certification agency required
• State license where applicable required

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