Medical Lab Technician I

Novant Health; Mint Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Medical Lab Technologist at Mint Hill Medical Center to join the Clinical Laboratory team. This full-time night shift role (Fri–Sun, 7:00 pm–7:30 am) involves performing tests, maintaining quality control, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver accurate results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP/AMT certification, with strong leadership and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.
• Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB)
• Minimum of five years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, and analysis.
• Assist in evaluating new or modified techniques and train other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely test results.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-centered care

Quality control

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

What We Offer

Location: Mint Hill Medical Center

Department: Clinical Laboratory

Shift: Full-time | 7:00 pm - 7:30 am | Friday - Sunday (Weekender)

Elevate Your Lab Career at Novant Health!

Why Join Us?

At Novant Health, we’re redefining healthcare by integrating advanced laboratory science into patient care. As a Medical Lab Techn, you’ll be at the forefront of this mission, leading complex analyses and ensuring the highest quality standards.

What we\u2019re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field


• Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB)


• Minimum of five years of relevant laboratory experience preferred


• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient-centered care

What You\u2019ll get:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package


• Opportunities for professional growth and development


• Supportive and collaborative work environment


• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

What You\u2019ll Do

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, and analysis.


• Assist in evaluating new or modified techniques and train other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.


• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.


• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely test results.

What We\u2019re Looking For

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical laboratory or equivalent education or training OR successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks.


• Experience: One year experience as laboratory scientist for specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro). (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred.


• Licensure/Certification/Registration: MLT certification (or eligible) from ASCP or AMT, required.


• Additional Skills Required:
  
  
  
  • New graduates must obtain certification within 12-months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
  
  
  • All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
  
  
  • Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests and communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
  
  
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
  
  
  • Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
  
  
  • Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
  
  
  • Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
  
  
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  
  
  • Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
  
  
  • Ability to follow written protocols.
  
  
  • Ability to work independently.
  
  
  • Ability to communicate clearly.
  
  
  
  

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

193509