Medical Laboratory Technician / Med Lab Tech

Iredell Health System; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Carolina is seeking a full-time Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician. The role involves performing laboratory tests across various specialties, utilizing professional judgment and quality control evaluation to ensure accurate results. Candidates must meet educational and certification requirements and be capable of physical tasks associated with laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Must have at least sixty semester hours of college with training in a certified Medical Technology program.
• Must be currently registered or eligible by ASCP or AMT.

Responsibilities

• Performs various laboratory tests in multiple areas including Blood Bank and Hematology.
• Uses clinical laboratory science theories and techniques to produce reliable test results.

Skills

Professional Judgment

Quality Control Evaluation

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Certification by ASCP or AMT

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Performs a variety of laboratory tests, many of which involve numerous steps and techniques, and require use of professional judgment. Tests are performed in Blood Bank, Coagulation, Hematology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Chemistry. Professional application of the theories and techniques of clinical laboratory science (including evaluation of quality control data) are used to produce reliable test results which aid the clinician in diagnosis and treatment. Has full access to patient health information. May have access to medication storage areas (excluding controlled substances) as related to job responsibilities.

Shift: M-F 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Requirements

• Medical Technologist: Must have at least sixty semester hours of college with training in a certified Medical Technology training program. Must be currently registered or eligible by ASCP or AMT.
• Medical Laboratory Technician: Must have an associate’s degree as a Medical Laboratory Technician and be registered or eligible by ASCP or AMT.
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.