Medical Laboratory Technician I - Atrium Health Lake Norman - FT Day

Atrium Health; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician to perform critical laboratory analyses. This role is vital for diagnosing and treating diseases, ensuring quality and safety in all technical duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in testing procedures, maintain regulatory compliance, and engage in continuous improvement initiatives. With a supportive environment that includes a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to advance your career in a fast-paced clinical setting. If you are passionate about patient care and laboratory excellence, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Robust benefits packages

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
• MLT registry eligible or equivalent required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens for diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintains quality, efficiency, and safety in technical duties.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Quality assurance

Clinical judgment

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification

Job description

Overview

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Job Summary

Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
  • Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
  • Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
  • Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
  • Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
  • Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
  • Willingly performs all other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements
Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area which contains bio hazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.
Education, Experience and Certifications

Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.MLT registry eligible or equivalent required. MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent required within one year of hire.MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification through the U.S military medical laboratory training programs by an accredited institution is acceptable.