Medical Technologist I - Atrium Health Cabarrus - FT Days

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Technologist I for its Cabarrus location. The position involves performing essential laboratory analyses to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment, alongside maintaining quality assurance and compliance with regulatory standards. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and specific laboratory certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, MT, MLS or equivalent registry eligible.
• MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens.
• Demonstrates proficiency by adherence to quality assurance guidelines.
• Exercises clinical judgment in troubleshooting test systems.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Clinical Judgment

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certification

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

Medical Technologist I - Atrium Health Cabarrus - FT Days

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Concord, NC, United States
Job ID: 160977
Job Family: Laboratory Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: 3 -12 hour (0645-1915) shifts per week, every 4th weekend.
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 11141004839003-Laboratory

Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
• Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified.

Physical Requirements
Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area which contains bio hazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree required, MT, MLS or equivalent registry eligible. MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) or equivalent required within one year of hire.