Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Core Laboratory - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Home Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverages

HSA/FSA options

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking an Medical Laboratory Technician I to perform routine tests on blood, tissues, and specimens, delivering quality results to physicians while upholding patient safety.

The role requires proper lab technique, equipment use, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform routine tests on specimens per procedures.
• Assess specimen acceptability and recognize abnormal results.
• Perform quality control and ensure accurate patient results.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on biological specimens accurately and timely.
• Determine specimen acceptability via visual checks or results.
• Maintain safety and troubleshoot equipment to meet lab policies.
• Provide reliable results to physicians and support patient safety.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality control

Patient safety

Equipment troubleshooting

Team communication

Education

AS or 60 semester hours incl chem/biology

Medical Lab Tech program

Military medical lab training within 10 years

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Evenings/Nights
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) is responsible for performing the routine test on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, as well as providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) must have a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity.

Essential Functions

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens, in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures
• Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/ unusual results
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols
• Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Must have one of the following:
• Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology
• Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have completed a Medical Lab Technician Program
• Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years

Certifications

• MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Experience

• Two years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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