Medical Lab Technologist

Riverside Smithfield Hospital; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Smithfield Hospital in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) to perform technical procedures across Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis and Microbiology. The role ensures QA/QC compliance and supports proficiency testing.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, assisting in staff training, and collaborating with clinical teams to ensure accurate patient results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; formal MLT/CLS training or associate degree preferred.
• Military medical training or equivalent coursework acceptable; ASCP/AMT eligibility preferred.
• 2 years of clinical lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures in Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis and Microbiology.
• Maintains QA/QC and documentation according to CAP, DNV, CLIA guidelines.
• Operates and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; participates in proficiency testing.
• Contributes to staff training and supports specimen collection when needed.

Skills

Hematology

Chemistry

Serology

Blood Bank

Phlebotomy

Education

Associates Degree in MLT/CLS

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LIS software

Quality control protocols

Job description

Smithfield, VirginiaHiring Range$24.30 - $33.45/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.OverviewThe Medical Lab Technologist(MLT) works under the direction of the supervisor/manager in the area of responsibility and/or Director of the Laboratory. Performs technical procedures in such areas as Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Point of Care Testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology according to established Protocols and standard operating procedures. The MLT is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance, review and documentation. Perform routine maintenance of departmental equipment and procedures to include inventory control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. The position participates in all aspects of Proficiency testing and in maintaining a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV, State, OSHA, CLIA, etc. The MLT assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students. May perform specimen collection, specimen processing and phlebotomy as applicable.What you will doPerforms technical procedures in areas such as Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Point of Care Testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology. Facilitates positive customer service throughout the department/facility. Responds timely to customer needs.Recognizes, responds and communicates collaboratively with physician regarding variances in laboratory operations and patient data. Builds collaborative professional relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs.Follows all quality control and quality assurance guidelines. Performs routine maintenance of departmental equipment and procedures to include inventory control, preventative maintenance and trouble shooting. Understands the technology systems necessary for efficient department operations and takes responsibility for equipment, instrumentation and technology to maintain and ensure functionality.Completes accurate testing to ensure quality patient care, to include preanalytic, analytic and postanalytic phases.Assists in staff and student training.Complies with laboratory QA/QI program. Performs preventative maintenance, quality controls and troubleshoots on laboratory equipment per standard operating procedures to ensure quality laboratory results. Responsible for ensuring department is maintaining accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV and other accrediting agency standards (as required) within the department. May include validation testing, performance of proficiency samples, preventative maintenance, QC documentation, Temperature Checks, methods comparisons, etc.Complies with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support the National Patient Safety Goals and Quality Initiatives. Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions. Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve variances or suspected non-compliance to management.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED, (Required) andProgram Graduate, Completion of an official US military 50-week medical laboratory procedures training course (Required) and, Currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) (Required) orAssociates Degree, Medical Lab Technology/Clinical Lab Science or Related (Required)Experience2 years Clinical Lab experience (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (ASCP or AMT) Upon Hire(Required) orMedical Lab Tech (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) (ASCP or AMT) Upon Hire(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.