Medical Lab Technician MLT

Baptist Health Arkansas; Heber Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas is seeking an entry-level Medical Laboratory Technician in Arkansas. The role involves preparing samples, running tests with automated equipment, and interpreting data to support clinicians in treatment decisions.

The position requires an Associate degree in chemical science, biological science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited program, and registry eligibility is preferred. Training rotations are required within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemical science, biological science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for examination and run medical laboratory tests.
• Use automated equipment and specialized instrumentation.
• Interpret results accurately to assist clinicians in treatment decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Math & reasoning

Education

Associate degree in chemical science / biological science / medical laboratory technology

Job description

Working Hours: 5:45p-6:15a Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Summary:
Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) provide information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses with limited supervision. The MLT's job includes preparing the samples for examination, using automated equipment and specialized instrumentation, performing numerous complicated tests simultaneously and accurately interpreting the results in a timely manner in order to enable the clinician to utilize the data when making treatment decisions.

Other information:

Entry Level Position with an Associate degree in chemical science, biological science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.

National Registry for Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP or equivalent) preferred. Must be registry eligible.

Completes training in at least two rotations within the first six months of employment, as required per hospital.

Must possess language, math, and reasoning skills which allow for the analysis, interpretation, and valid conclusion to be made during data collection and during mechanical or scientific procedures.

Must possess good communication skills with the public and other hospital staff.

Possesses the desired attitude and knowledge for Other duties as assigned.

This job will be authorized72.00 hours bi-weekly.

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