Medical Technologist - Fast-Paced Lab Impact (1st Shift)

Memphis Pathology Laboratory; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Shift differential

PTO & holidays

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Free lab services

Job summary

American Esoteric Labs in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist for the 1st shift. This full-time role involves performing moderate to high complexity testing, analyzing results, and ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced lab.

Requirements include a high school diploma or AMA-approved ML program (or BS with AMA program for MT), TN licensure as MLT/MT, ASCP or equivalent, and at least 6 months of lab experience. Training in PHI handling is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and AMA-approved Medical Laboratory training to qualify as MLT.
• Or Bachelors + AMA-approved Medical Technology program for MT qualification.
• TN licensure as MLT or MT.
• ASCP certification or equivalent.
• 6 months of laboratory training or experience.
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate common lab equipment (analyzers, pipettes, centrifuges, microscopes, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to high complexity testing as part of patient care.
• Analyze, review, and report testing results.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement solutions.
• Work in a lab with biological and chemical hazards.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reading & writing

Safety compliance

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma

BSc MLS/MT

Tools

Automated analyzers

Centrifuges

Microscopes

Pipettes

Computers

Job description

American Esoteric Labs in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist for the 1st shift. This full-time role involves performing moderate to high complexity testing, analyzing results, and ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced lab.

Requirements include a high school diploma or AMA-approved ML program (or BS with AMA program for MT), TN licensure as MLT/MT, ASCP or equivalent, and at least 6 months of lab experience. Training in PHI handling is provided.