Medical Lab Technician: Precision Diagnostics & QA

LabMinds Staffing & Recruiting, LLC; Washington (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

This Medical Laboratory Technician position is responsible for performing diagnostic laboratory testing in a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring accuracy and precision, and maintaining quality control standards. You will operate advanced instrumentation and collaborate with the laboratory team to support high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include testing, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, problem resolution, procedure development, inventory management, safety, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field.
• ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience with LIS and document control systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and validate routine and complex laboratory procedures following established protocols.
• Maintain QC data, evaluate results, and document corrective actions when needed.
• Operate and calibrate clinical laboratory equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Identify technical issues affecting test results and escalate as required.
• Assist in evaluating new testing methodologies and draft procedures.
• Monitor reagent and consumable inventories to ensure uninterrupted testing.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance in the lab.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and training for the team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Confidentiality

Workplace agility

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology or related field

Tools

LIS systems

Document control systems

Job description

This Medical Laboratory Technician position is responsible for performing diagnostic laboratory testing in a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring accuracy and precision, and maintaining quality control standards. You will operate advanced instrumentation and collaborate with the laboratory team to support high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include testing, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, problem resolution, procedure development, inventory management, safety, and ongoing