Medical Laboratory Scientist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Staff Medical Technologist to perform clinical tests across laboratory departments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and patient care.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences, and certification as a Medical Technologist. You will support quality control, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist required.
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures and testing methodologies.
• Ability to perform laboratory testing accurately and efficiently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Evaluates results of various procedures and may assist Senior Technologists or Chief when required.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor.
• Participates in quality control program and maintains appropriate records.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• Notifies physicians of abnormal results in the absence of immediate supervisor.
• Participates in employee evaluation processes.
• Participates in total lab coverage on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab procedures

Testing accuracy

Analytical skills

QA/Regulatory

Communication & docs

Teamwork

Safety & infection control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Overview

The Staff Medical Technologist performs clinical tests in one or more areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of laboratory activity.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
• Evaluates results of various procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or one of the sciences related to Medical Technology.

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification as a Medical Technologist by a nationally recognized certifying agency required.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures and testing methodologies.
• Ability to perform laboratory testing accurately and efficiently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and infection control standards.