Medical Lab Technician/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, seeks a Medical Lab Technician to support pre-analytical processes for a fast-paced clinical lab. The MLT will handle specimen receipt, processing, and throughput while upholding HIPAA and quality standards across departments within the enterprise.

This role operates in the Central Processing/Receiving area of the Clinical Laboratory and supports the Emergency Department Laboratory.

Qualifications

• At least 60 college credit hours completed and healthcare experience preferred.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 department with rotating shifts.
• Strong problem-solving and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-analytical support and processing of patient specimens.
• Provide general laboratory receipt, processing and throughput within the Emergency Department Laboratory.

Skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Teamwork / independent work

Education

60 hours of college credit

Job description

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Regularly standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs., repetitive motion and utilizing a computer for long periods of time. Ability to traverse campus to work at multiple locations.

Shift

This position is located in a department that operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The position will have a primary shift to be determined by the department. However, the candidate must be available to work rotating weekends, holidays and other shifts as needed by the department.

Job Summary

The Medical Lab Technician/ UKHC will be responsible for assisting in the pre-analytical support for a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of the Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.

This position is in the Central Processing/Receiving department within the Clinical Laboratory and the Processing/ Receiving Department with the Emergency Department Laboratory. The MLT will provide general laboratory receipt, processing, and throughput of patient specimens while adhering to HIPAA requirements. The MLT will also provide support to all other clinical laboratories within the Enterprise, as well as customer service for all internal and external customers. This is a team-oriented environment and a successful candidate will be able to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and multi-task.

This CAP Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, troubleshooting, and ability to work independently or in a team

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

At least 60 hours of college credit completed, and previous healthcare experience preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/04/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.