Medical Laboratory Technician – QA & Lab Supervisor

Ohio County Healthcare; Hartford (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio County Healthcare seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform quality laboratory testing in a hospital/clinical setting. The role includes directing non-certified staff on waived testing, supervising students, and ensuring accurate results through strict QC practices.

The position requires an associate degree in medical technology (or equivalent), a high school diploma, and preferably BLS certification within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
• Associate degree in medical technology or an equivalent field is required.
• BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality laboratory testing by monitoring testing equipment and systems for acceptable analytical performance.
• Provides directions for non-certified staff performing waived testing.
• Supervises laboratory students.
• Ensures corrective actions are taken prior to patient test results being reported.
• Provides orientation of testing personnel responsible for specimen processing, test performance, reporting of test result and for instrument maintenance and calibration of test systems at defined intervals.
• Adheres to the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling, processing, and testing.
• Performs proficiency testing specimens as assigned.
• Adheres to quality control policies and documents quality control activities.
• Identifies problems that may affect test results and corrects or notifies the lab manager.
• Ensures services align with Ohio County Healthcare policies and values.
• May be requested to be a member of the QI team.
• Frequently accesses email to stay up to date within the organization.

Skills

Quality laboratory testing

Laboratory supervision

Education

Associate degree in medical technology

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ohio County Healthcare seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform quality laboratory testing in a hospital/clinical setting. The role includes directing non-certified staff on waived testing, supervising students, and ensuring accurate results through strict QC practices.

The position requires an associate degree in medical technology (or equivalent), a high school diploma, and preferably BLS certification within six months of hire.