Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT/MLS)

A to Z Management Consulting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A to Z Management Consulting in San Diego, CA seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT/MLS) to perform tests across hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, serology, and blood bank; collect, prepare, and verify specimens; operate, calibrate, and maintain equipment; and perform quality control checks.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited medical laboratory program or a science degree, active MLT certification (ASCP/AMT), and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical laboratory training program or possess an acceptable science degree.
• Active MLT certification through ASCP, AMT, or an accepted equivalent.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of recent laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, serology, and blood bank.
• Collect, prepare, and verify specimens for testing.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform quality control checks and maintain accurate records.
• Review test results for accuracy and report findings according to procedures.
• Prepare specimens for transport and dispose of biological waste safely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Accurate documentation

Education

Accredited medical laboratory training program

Science degree

Tools

ASCP certification

AMT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT/MLS)

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, serology, and blood bank.
• Collect, prepare, and verify specimens for testing.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform quality control checks and maintain accurate records.
• Review test results for accuracy and report findings according to procedures.
• Prepare specimens for transport and dispose of biological waste safely.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited medical laboratory training program or possess an acceptable science degree.
• Valid MLT certification through ASCP, AMT, or an accepted equivalent.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of recent laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Work Schedule:

• Rotating shifts, including weekends and federal holidays.
• Shifts scheduled between 6:00 AM and 11:30 PM.
• Typically 8.5- or 11-hour shifts, including meal breaks.
• Maximum of 80 hours per two-week period.