Medical Laboratory Technician-MLT

Davita Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth invites applications for a Medical Lab Technician role, focusing on performing complex laboratory tests to aid diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's Degree and possess relevant laboratory experience, along with compliance with safety regulations. Join a well-respected healthcare provider in serving the Phoenix community with high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in relevant sciences or equivalent training.
• High school diploma with documented high complexity testing training may suffice.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues.
• Maintain compliance with hospital, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Assist in training new staff and manage laboratory supplies.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Specimen integrity

Regulatory compliance

Computer proficiency

Phlebotomy

Education

Associate's Degree in chemical, physical, biological sciences

Job description

Overview

Join HonorHealth and be part of a team dedicated to creating a meaningful, multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. We offer opportunities for impact through initiatives like our Ambassador Movement and comprehensive training programs. Our benefits portfolio supports our full-time and part-time team members and their families. Learn more at honorhealth.com/benefits.

HonorHealth, one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serves over five million residents in the greater Phoenix area. Our network includes six hospitals, a broad medical group, outpatient centers, research, education, and community services, with nearly 17,000 team members, 3,700 providers, and 2,000 volunteers committed to high-quality care. Visit HonorHealth.com to discover more.

Responsibilities

Job Summary
Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues to aid in diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. Identify microorganisms, analyze chemical content, and cross-match blood for transfusions.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and perform various laboratory tests accurately within expected turnaround times, document results, and follow up on unusual or critical findings. Ensure specimen integrity and understand factors affecting test accuracy.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation, perform maintenance and calibration, troubleshoot issues, and escalate complex cases as needed.
• Maintain ongoing education and competency as per policies and certification requirements.
• Ensure compliance with hospital, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Utilize hospital, laboratory, and office computer systems proficiently.
• Assist in training new staff and students, prepare for regulatory inspections, manage supplies, and practice cost containment.
• Review policies and perform additional duties including phlebotomy as assigned.

Education

• Associate's Degree in chemical, physical, biological sciences, or equivalent training. High school diploma with documented high complexity testing training may suffice under specific regulations.

Experience

• Preferred: 1 year hospital laboratory experience as MLT.
• Preferred: 1 year experience in Float Pool Network.
• Preferred: 6 months MLT experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Preferred: Medical Lab Technician Certification.