Medical Technologist/CLS

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Louisville (KY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Louisville area is seeking a Medical Technologist to handle infectious disease testing with a focus on accuracy. Responsibilities include sample preparation, PCR, and maintaining laboratory standards. Candidates should have relevant education and experience in clinical laboratory settings. Full benefits and bonuses are offered, making this an attractive opportunity for qualified professionals.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K

Tuition Assistance

$1500 sign-on bonus

Relocation Bonus

Qualifications

• 1-year high complexity clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of molecular techniques and micropipetting.

Responsibilities

• Performing sample prep, DNA extraction, and PCR.
• Adhere to laboratory’s quality control policies and SOPs.
• Identify and report problems affecting testing performance.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Contamination Control

Molecular Techniques

Micropipetting

Instrument Troubleshooting

Education

60 semester hours in medical laboratory technology

Completion of accredited clinical laboratory training program

Job description

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $41.00/hr

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Medical Technologist - Louisville, KY area

$1500 sign-on bonus

Relocation Bonus (Paid on first paycheck):

Hourly Pay: $30.00-$41.00; Based on level of experience

Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Assistance

The Medical Technologist handles all infectious disease testing with a goal of providing 100% accuracy when processing samples. The Medical Technologist performs essential functions such as laboratory safety, Good Documentation Practice (GDP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), specimen processing, troubleshooting, maintaining productivity and quality metrics, and effective communication with laboratory management and team.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Performing sample prep, DNA extraction, and PCR.
2. Running KingFisher Flex, Accufill, VeritiPro, QuantStudio 12K and 5.
3. Performing accurate manual and electronic pipetting of small sample volumes.
4. Adhere to laboratory’s quality control policies, activities, and SOPs.
5. Review all SOPs and workflow updates promptly and ensure implementation.
6. Perform preventive maintenance and decontamination of equipment and workspaces.
7. Follow established policies for notifying supervisors about test system performance issues.
8. Ensure individual work output aligns with company metrics.
9. Identify and report problems affecting testing performance or reporting.
10. Participate in proficiency testing as applicable.
11. Complete all CEU credits as required.
12. Stay informed of incident reports and compliance issues through team meetings.
13. Perform basic accession in pre-analytical operations, including patient identifiers, auditing, specimen acceptance/rejection, and exception handling.

Job Qualifications/Education:

Candidates must possess a current license issued by the state where the lab is located (if required), and meet educational requirements:

1. 60 semester hours or equivalent, including at least 24 hours of medical laboratory technology or science courses (chemistry, biology, or related).
2. Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory training program (ABHES, NAACLS, or approved by HHS).

Requirements:

1. 1-year high complexity clinical laboratory experience preferred, unless mandated by state.
2. Broad understanding of sterile technique, contamination control, and unidirectional workflow for PCR labs.
3. Knowledge of molecular techniques, micropipetting, and instrument troubleshooting.
4. Experience in a CLIA/CAP laboratory required.

Certifications/Licenses:

• ASCP, AMT, or similar certifications preferred unless required by state.

If you or someone you know is interested, please apply today to discuss next steps!