Medical Laboratory Technician

Catholic Health Initiatives; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Texas is seeking a laboratory technician to perform tests and ensure quality patient care. The role involves analyzing patient specimens, maintaining lab equipment, and adhering to regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in a biological or chemical science and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.
• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately analyze and report all tests ordered by the Medical Staff.
• Perform lab test procedures on patient specimens.
• Ensure major automated equipment is operational.

Education

Associate’s Degree in a biological or chemical science

Job description

**Responsibilities**

Accurately analyze and report all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner, following laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.

**Job Responsibilities:**

1. Align with local and state requirements to perform lab test procedures on patient specimens, adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
2. Provide excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of bias patterns, rapid notification of caregivers of critical values, and completing testing within established turn-around times.
3. Ensure major automated equipment is operational by performing maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and contacting vendors for assistance or repairs.
4. Perform calibration and quality control procedures, maintaining records to ensure tests are within established parameters.
5. Participate in proficiency testing and review results with laboratory leaders.
6. Assist in evaluating and documenting new procedures and equipment validation to provide current laboratory technology to physicians.
7. Engage in continuing education, training, and teaching to enhance technical skills of staff and students.
8. Manage inventory of supplies, including monitoring, ordering, and storing received supplies.
9. Complete all work efficiently and pass ongoing issues to incoming staff.
10. Represent CommonSpirit Health professionally, communicating effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and the public via various communication channels.
11. Adhere to all regulatory requirements.

**Qualifications**

**Education Required:**

Associate’s Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.

**Licensure/Certification Preferred:**

MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification.

**Work Experience Required:**

None.

**Overview:**

St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, TX, provides quality healthcare in East Texas with hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, serving over a quarter of a million patients annually. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and specialized physicians in various fields, including cardiology, sports medicine, orthopedics, total joint replacement, and spine care.

CommonSpirit Health, formed by the merger of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health, operates over 700 care sites across the U.S., including clinics, hospitals, and virtual care services, reaching nearly one in four Americans. We are committed to building healthy communities, advocating for the vulnerable, and innovating healthcare delivery inside and outside hospitals.

**Benefits:**

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs

**Pay Range:**

$18.74 - $25.77/hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.