Medical Laboratory Technician - FT - 2nd Shift

Vitruvian Health; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Matching (Retirement)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee wellness program

Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance

Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Annual Leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in Dalton, Georgia is seeking a full-time Medical Laboratory Technician for the 2nd shift. The role involves performing diverse complex laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, and educating personnel. Candidates should have a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, certification, and skills to serve patients across all age groups.

Join a mission-driven team making a difference every day while enjoying a variety of employment benefits, including retirement matching, dental insurance, and paid annual leave.

Qualifications

• Certified MLT ASCP or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Georgia State Laws for laboratory licensure.
• Ability to handle patients of various age groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate scientific laboratory equipment.
• Provide education to laboratory students and personnel.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Good eye/hand coordination

Communication skills

Color discrimination

Mathematical skills

Education

A.S or A.A.S degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

B.S in a natural science

Job description

## Medical Laboratory Technician - FT - 2nd ShiftApplylocations: Dalton, GAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100807**Who We Are**At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‐being of every team member. **Our Legacy**Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‐driven team making a difference every day.**Our Values**Our core values—**Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)**—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission. **Your Career With Us**Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. **Excellence. Every person. Every time.**## JOB SUMMARY Performs a wide variety of complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures according to established standards for patients of all age populations. Maintains and/or calibrates highly scientific equipment. Provides teaching and education to laboratory students and other personnel. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of age dependent expected values and access data reflective of the patient’s current status in relation to their age-specific needs. (E) **JOB QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:** A.S or A.A.S degree in Medical Laboratory Technician as stipulated by the Georgia Department of Community Health. B.S in a natural science is also accepted. **Licensure**: Certified MLT ASCP or equivalent. Persons moving to the state or recent graduates of an accredited MLT program will be temporarily classified as an MLT for 18 months prior to initial certification. Must maintain certification throughout employment of Hamilton Medical Center. Must meet Georgia State Laws of licensure of clinical laboratories. **Skills:** Manual dexterity and good eye / hand coordination. Ability to distinguish sound in low to high range to assure proper operation of clinical equipment. Ability to communicate with other healthcare providers by telephone to obtain or give information critical to patient care. Visual acuity, basic mathematical skills and color discrimination ability. Ability to obtain and interpret pertinent information in terms of the patient’s needs that are age appropriate. Ability to select proper instrumentation / supplies appropriate for age group of the patient served, particularly focusing on the neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patient. Demonstrates consistent ability to perform clinical skills necessary in the care and treatment of a variety of ages in patients, particularly focusing on the neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. (E) **Full-Time Benefits*** 403(b) Matching (Retirement)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program (EAP)* Employee wellness program* Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance* Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability* Flexible Spending Accounts* ICHRA for health insurance* Paid Annual Leave (Time off)* Vision insurance