Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute

Memorial Physician Practices; Somerset, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for a full-time evening shift. The MLT will perform diagnostic testing on patient samples, maintain records, and ensure quality control to support physician diagnoses.

The ideal candidate will be ASCP/AMT/NCA certified or equivalent, with strong English communication skills. Laboratory experience is preferred, and the role requires ability to work under pressure in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited associate degree or equivalent in medical laboratory technology.
• Certified as MLT (AMT, ASCP, or NCA) or equivalent for high‑complexity testing.
• Strong English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in diagnosis and monitoring.
• Maintain laboratory records and follow policies; ensure quality control.
• Report test results and perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain supplies needed for testing and ensure proper quality testing.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

English communication

Stress management

Education

ASCP/AMT/NCA certified MLT

Job description

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute

Medical Lab Technician (MT)

Full-Time / Evenings

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

Where We Are:

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• 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 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 successful completed at least 50 weeks official US 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.

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