Medical Laboratory Technician - Blood Gas Lab - PRN (16 various hours per week)

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Lab Technician to provide accurate testing and results for healthcare professionals. This role involves performing complex lab tests, ensuring quality control, and maintaining lab equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional growth and offers a supportive atmosphere for developing your skills in the medical laboratory field.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate Degree in Clinical/Medical Lab Sciences.
• Entry-level Medical Technician graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and analyses on biological specimens.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment while ensuring quality control.
• Educate and train laboratory personnel as needed.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Customer Service

Quality Control

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Associate Degree in Clinical/Medical Lab Sciences

Job description

$1,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply

The Medical Lab Tech provides accurate and timely testing and results to requesting physicians and other healthcare professionals for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Responsible for the analyses of a variety of biological specimens and performs complex lab tests. Consistently utilize excellent customer service skills to both internal and external customers at all times. Position requires a positive and professional interpersonal style with a strong commitment to the team effort.

Essential Job Statements

• Performs laboratory tests according to established procedures.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
• Performs, documents quality control, and follows established quality assurance guidelines.
• Receives and processes specimens according to established protocols and regulations.
• Assists in educating and training laboratory personnel according to skill level.
• Assist with maintaining laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Assist with ensuring the laboratory is maintaining accreditation standards from College of American Pathologists (CAP), Joint Commission (TJ), and other accrediting agency standards as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age, specific needs, and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Patient age groups include Neonates (0-4 weeks), Infants (1-12 months), Pediatrics (1-12 years), Adolescents (13-17 years), Adults (18-64 years), Geriatrics (65 years and older).

Employment Qualifications

Required Education: Associate Degree in Clinical/Medical Lab Sciences

Preferred Education: N/A

Licensing/Certification

Required: MLT graduates that are hired upon graduation must obtain certification within 6 months of their graduation date. Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other equivalent accrediting agencies.

Preferred: Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other equivalent accrediting agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Minimum: Entry Level Medical Technician Graduate

Other Skills: Ability to work rotating weekends, holidays, and on-call for emergency coverage. Previous Medical Lab Technician experience is preferred.

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. General office environment. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions, high noise levels, bright lights, and limited hazardous substances or body fluids. May require travel to off-site locations and exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Use of personal protective equipment and adherence to infection control policies are mandatory.

Physical Requirements

Includes lifting/carrying (0-50 lbs., 50-100 lbs., 100+ lbs.), pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, balancing, bending, manual dexterity, and visual acuity. Work positions include sitting, walking, and standing.

Additional Physical and Hazard Information

Repetitive movements, hearing alarms, reaching above shoulder, exposure to chemicals, mechanical parts, dust, fumes, electrical hazards, and electromagnetic energy are possible risks.

Mental/Sensory-Emotional Skills

Requires strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, communication, reading, and logical thinking abilities. Must handle a fast-paced environment, multiple priorities, customer interactions, and adapt to change.

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