Medical Laboratory Technician — Impactful Lab Work

Johnston--willis-Hospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time off and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Education support

Job summary

Johnston-Willis Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our hematology and microbiology teams in Richmond, VA. The role emphasizes adherence to general lab policies, competency, and the ability to lead the section as tech-in-charge when needed.

You will perform proficiency testing, participate in annual training, and assist with specimen receiving and tracking. A strong focus on quality control and age-appropriate data communication is required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Medical Technology or related science required.
• Registry within 12 months of hire if applicable; ASCP or AMT accepted.
• Nursing degree accepted with required CLIA courses.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to lab policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Act as tech-in-charge when needed and supervise staff.
• Maintain competency through annual training and proficiency testing.
• Participate in mandatory annual training and continuous education.
• Assist in specimen receiving and inventory management.
• Organize daily tasks and troubleshoot instrumentation issues.
• Document corrective actions and quality control results.
• Train new staff on lab policies and procedures.
• Communicate patient data relevant to age-specific care.

Skills

Lab policies

Independent work

Tech-in-charge duties

Competency & testing

Train new staff

Quality control

Troubleshooting equipment

Specimen handling

Age-specific patient data

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology

Nursing degree with CLIA courses

Associate degree in Medical Technology or Laboratory Science

Tools

OSR system

Specimen tracking tool

Quality control software/logs

Job description

Johnston-Willis Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our hematology and microbiology teams in Richmond, VA. The role emphasizes adherence to general lab policies, competency, and the ability to lead the section as tech-in-charge when needed.

You will perform proficiency testing, participate in annual training, and assist with specimen receiving and tracking. A strong focus on quality control and age-appropriate data communication is required.