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

experiencedAlliedHealth; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health – Lorain Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) to perform routine tests on blood and body specimens, delivering accurate results and maintaining patient safety. The role requires adherence to lab procedures and quality controls, with careful attention to equipment operation.

Evenings/Nights, full-time (36 hours weekly) with rotating weekends and holidays. Certification as MLT or eligible is required; two years of lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have MLT certification or eligibility.
• 2 years of clinical lab experience preferred.
• Education must meet one of the listed options.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens accurately per procedures.
• Assesses specimen acceptability via visual inspection.
• Recognizes factors affecting measurements and takes corrective action per protocols.
• Performs quality control and ensures results are ready for release.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and troubleshoots equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality work

Professional communication

Education

Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology

60 credit hours incl chemistry & biology

Medical Lab Technician program

Job description

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

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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are AffNumative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]