Medical Lab Technician II / MT (PRN) Varied - Erwin, TN

Ballad Health; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician II responsible for performing a variety of complex testing to assist in diagnosing diseases. The technician will also support training and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of laboratory services are maintained. Candidates should have an associate's degree in a relevant field or military equivalent, with strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or military training in medical laboratory technology.
• Certification preferred but not required.
• Understanding of diagnostic procedures and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to high complexity testing under professional direction.
• Serve as first contact for problem-solving among medical personnel.
• Assist in training for students and new employees.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Quality Control

Patient Interaction

Education

Associate's degree in chemical, physical, biology or medical laboratory technology

Military medical laboratory procedures course

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION
The Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT II) is responsible for the performance of a variety of moderate to high complexity testing to aid the diagnosis and treatment of disease under the professional direction of a qualified Medical Technologist or other certified Laboratory Scientist as defined by appropriate regulation(s). The MLT II may have direct patient contact if performing phlebotomy, pediatric sweat chloride testing, bone marrow assistance, and/or therapeutic phlebotomy procedures. The scope of care may include the testing performed on neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patients. Responsibilities include basic troubleshooting and repair of selected instrumentation. The MLT II must have an understanding of the technical aspect of all diagnostic procedures being performed, including the steps to take for unacceptable test/quality control performance and results.

The Medical Laboratory Technician II may be asked to serve as first contact for medical personnel with regards to problem solving and resolution; involving the Medical Laboratory Technician III, Medical Technologist, Technical Specialist or Manager as needed.

The Medical Laboratory Technician II may be requested to assist with the clinical training of students and/or orientation of new employees. The MLT II supports the Laboratory’s Performance Improvement Programs to ensure services exceed quality and customer service standards. The responsibility of supporting a self-directed laboratory team concept is demonstrated by having a positive attitude, willing to give and accept constructive criticism, always maintaining a high-quality work standard and willing to accept other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
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EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree in a chemical, physical, biology, biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution to include clinical laboratory training; or
Successful completion of an official military medical laboratory procedures course duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or
Meet CLIA Standard; Testing personnel qualification 42CFR493.1423 for moderate complexity testing and 42CFR493.1489 for high complexity testing as applicable.

Certification by the State of TN, ASCP, AMT, or other organization deemed comparable is not required but preferred.A State of Tennessee License is not required.

High School Diploma or equivalent.