Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Per Diem - B

Beloit Health System; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a Per Diem Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Laboratory team. The MLT will perform routine and specialized testing to support physicians and ensure accurate, timely results while maintaining patient safety and quality.

The role requires a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or an accredited MLT program, ASCP certification within one year, knowledge of LIS, and experience with automated instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent MLT program.
• ASCP MLT certification within one year.
• Knowledge of lab procedures, testing methodologies, and quality control.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with LIS and basic computer use.
• Experience with automated laboratory instrumentation.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to perform lab testing and specimen analysis accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank.
• Collect, receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform quality control procedures and document results.
• Verify and report test results within turnaround times.
• Identify abnormal results and notify clinical staff of values.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Basic computer skills

Quality assurance

LIS familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or accredited MLT program

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Automated laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Per Diem Medical Laboratory Technician to our Team!

• Shift: 1st, 2nd & 3rd available
• Schedule: Varied
• Hours per week: Varied
• Benefits Status: Not Eligible
• Department: Laboratory

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs routine and specialized laboratory testing on patient specimens to assist physicians and healthcare providers in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This role is essential in ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable laboratory results while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and quality.

• Perform laboratory testing in hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank in accordance with established procedures.
• Collect, receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform quality control procedures and document results according to laboratory standards.
• Verify and accurately report test results within established turnaround times.
• Identify abnormal test results and notify appropriate clinical staff of critical values.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Follow all laboratory safety, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.;'
• Participate in proficiency testing and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through ASCP within one year.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures, testing methodologies, and quality control practices.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Experience with automated laboratory instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to accurately perform laboratory testing and specimen analysis