Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute

Lifepoint Health®; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Paid time off and leave benefits

Wellness programs and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a full-time Medical Lab Technician (MLT) in Somerset, Kentucky. This role involves performing diagnostic testing on patient samples and maintaining laboratory records.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate of Applied Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology and have critical thinking skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or certified as a Medical Lab Technician.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples.
• Maintains laboratory records and quality control practices.
• Reports test results and performs instrument maintenance.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication in English

Education

Associate of Applied Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Medical Lab Technician (MLT)

Full-Time | Days | 7am – 5:30pm | Mon‑Fri

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and a 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary

A Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.

• Maintains laboratory records.
• Follows laboratory policies and procedures, as well as maintains quality control practices in the laboratory.
• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.
• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs quality control testing.
• Maintains supplies needed for performance of tests.

What We Are Looking For

• Associate of Applied Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology, chemistry, Biology or Science and certified as a MLT (AMT, ASCP, or NCA). (OR) Medical Laboratory Technician performing high complexity testing, who graduated on or after April 24, 1995: Must have an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Science. (OR) Medical Laboratory Technicians who graduated before April 24, 1995: Must have graduated from an approved or accredited medical laboratory or clinical laboratory training program or have successfully completed at least 50 weeks official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures course and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician). (OR) Education and training equivalent to an associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology: Education – 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination). Training – Either completion of an approved/accredited clinical laboratory training program, which may be included in the 60 semester hours specified above or at least three months of documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.