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

Mercy Home Health; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health in Tiffin is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) to perform routine tests on blood and tissues, delivering high-quality results with attention to safety and accuracy. This role requires strict adherence to lab procedures and teamwork in a busy hospital environment.

The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development within Mercy Health’s lab network.

Qualifications

• Must have the specified educational credentials for Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Certification as MLT or eligible by a recognized agency.
• Clinical laboratory training with hospital/lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine analytical tests on biological specimens.
• Ensures specimen acceptability and follows protocols.
• Performs quality control and maintains equipment.
• Maintains patient safety and confidentiality.
• Supports lab team with accurate results and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality work in fast-paced env

Professional staff/patient interaction

Education

AS in Medical Lab Technology

60 sem hrs science + MLT program

50-week US military medical lab training

Tools

MLT Certification (eligible)

Job description

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) - Tiffin Hospital

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

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 affirmative 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]