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

Mercy Health; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Tiffin is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT I) to perform routine testing on blood, tissues and other specimens, delivering quality results to physicians. The role requires adherence to safety, accuracy, and patient confidentiality within a hospital laboratory.

Qualifications include ASCP-eligible MLT certification or equivalent, and education as MLS/MLT with required coursework; prior clinical lab experience is preferred. Competitive pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Associates or MLS education or equivalent with relevant coursework.
• Certification as MLT or eligible via ASCP or similar.
• Military laboratory training within the last ten years.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens accurately and timely.
• Assesses specimen acceptability via visual inspection and results.
• Performs quality control and ensures results meet protocol ranges.
• Maintains safe, clean lab environment and equipment function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Education

Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology

60 semester hours incl. chemistry & biology

50-week US military medical laboratory training

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

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

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson 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, HAS/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.

Department:

Core Laboratory - Tiffin

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a__ll 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 employer, 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].