Medical Laboratory Technologist / Scientist (MLT / MLS) - Part Time, Blood Bank

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician II to perform, analyze, and release laboratory tests on specimens while adhering to policies and procedures. Under direct supervision, you will troubleshoot instrumentation, manage workload to meet turnaround times, and stay current on competencies and regulatory standards to support patient care.

You will conduct quality control, maintain complex test systems, and ensure accurate results.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science.
• Must have Medical Laboratory Technician certification with ASCP or AMT upon hire.
• Preferred: 1 year hospital or physician office laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs all processes associated with testing of laboratory specimens.
• Conducts quality control and assurance activities to maintain accuracy in testing and reporting.
• Maintains and troubleshoots complex instrumentation and test systems; documents corrective actions before releasing results.
• Prioritizes duties and manages workload to meet turnaround times.
• Stays updated on competencies, continuing education, and regulatory standards for safety and compliance.
• Participates in inventory control to support cost-effective laboratory operations.

Skills

Quality control

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Specimen testing

Workload prioritization

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or related field

Job description

The Medical Laboratory Technician II is responsible for performing, analyzing, and releasing laboratory tests on specimens to ensure accurate and reliable results by adhering to established policies and procedures. Working under direct supervision, this role is responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining complex instrumentation, prioritizing workload to meet turnaround times, and staying updated on competencies and regulatory standards. The Medical Laboratory Technician II plays a crucial role in delivering accurate and timely diagnostic information that supports patient care and treatment decisions.

Essential Job Function

• Performs all processes associated with testing of laboratory specimens, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Conducts quality control and assurance activities to maintain accuracy in specimen testing and reporting for effective diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintains and troubleshoots complex instrumentation and test systems, documenting corrective actions prior to releasing testing results to contribute to reliable test outcomes.
• Prioritizes duties and manages workload to meet established laboratory turnaround times for efficient patient care and treatment decisions.
• Stays updated on annual competencies, continuing education assignments, and regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with safety and compliance policies and procedures.
• Practices efficient use of supplies and actively participate in inventory control to maintain a cost-effective and well-equipped laboratory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: Associate degree in medical laboratory technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science.

Experience

• Preferred: 1 year working as a technologist in a hospital or similar physician office laboratory.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: Must have Medical Laboratory Technician certification in one of the following certifications upon hire: - Medical Laboratory Technician with ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) or Medical Laboratory Technician with AMT (American Medical Technologists).