Medical Lab Technician (MT or MLT)

Central Ohio Primary Care; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician to join their Central Lab in Westerville, OH. This full-time role involves performing various laboratory tests, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures, as well as the ability to establish effective working relationships with medical staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills will make a significant impact on health outcomes. If you're passionate about laboratory medicine and ready to take the next step in your career, this position is for you!

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory instrumentation is essential.
• Certification as an MLT and an A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of laboratory testing including pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical.
• Ensure accurate results and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Knowledge of current medical terminology

Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation

Skill in performing laboratory tests

Skill in establishing effective working relationships

Ability to read and understand instrumentation information

Education

ASCP or equivalent certification as an MLT

A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Computer instrument interfaces

Job description

Central Ohio Primary Care is looking for a full-time Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT) for our Central Lab located in Westerville, OH. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs all phases of pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical testing in the laboratory. This position is responsible for performing routine procedures including preparing slides. The MLT assists in maintaining databases and record keeping to ensure inspection preparedness. This position is full-time working Monday-Friday 8a-4:30pm with an occasional Saturday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform waived, moderate and highly complex laboratory testing.
• Testing conducted includes hematology, microbiology, molecular, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis
• Methods include manual kit tests, fully automated analyzers and microscopy
• Testing performed on blood, urine and other body fluids
• Follow all policy and procedures established by Laboratory Director and Management team.
• Perform calibration and quality control checks for all types of instrumentation.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance on all types of laboratory instrumentation.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on all instrumentation.
• Ensure accurate results prior to reporting.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures such as preparing slides.
• Process and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures to obtain samples for laboratory testing.
• Assist with supply inventory.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work environment.
• Collect data, prepare reports, answer correspondence and compile statistics as directed.
• Analyze proficiency testing material and submit results.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Fulfill continuing education requirement by completing written assignments or attending workshops.
• Follows OSHA guidelines
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Knowledge of current medical terminology as it relates to laboratory medicine
• Required: Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and testing to perform quality control, calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• Required: ASCP or equivalent certification as an MLT and/or A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of computer instrument interfaces
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
• Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in the laboratory field