Medical Technologist I, Core Lab, Second Shift

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic health system is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist I for its core lab department. This role involves performing both routine and complex laboratory analyses, ensuring quality control, and engaging in effective communication with patients. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in science and a passion for advancing healing. Join a collaborative team dedicated to providing world-class care and innovative solutions in a supportive environment. This position offers a competitive salary range and a sign-on bonus, making it an exciting opportunity for skilled professionals.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science required, MLT(ASCP) certification preferred.
• Laboratory experience is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory analyses with independent judgment.
• Engage in population-appropriate communication and care planning.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform quality control procedures.

Skills

Laboratory Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Associate degree in clinical laboratory science

Job description

Medical Technologist I, Second Shift, Core Lab Department

UC Health is hiring a part-time Medical Technologist I for the core lab department for second shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We’re offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus!

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and complex laboratory analyses, identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training, stays current in laboratory theory and technique, assumes responsibility for problem solving, and requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.

UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs—our physician experts conduct basic, translational, and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati’s only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and medical resources available at a moment’s notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in science (biology, chemistry, etc.).
• Preferred: An associate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Laboratory experience preferred.

Expected starting salary range for this position is between $27.33/hr. - $33.78/hr.

The actual pay rate will depend on factors such as experience, skills, internal candidate comparison, marketplace, and other requirements.

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!

Join our team as a Medical Technologist I in our core lab department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members include UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, and others. Many locations have received national recognition for quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for our community and beyond. Join us to develop skills, grow your career, build relationships, and help us be a source of hope.

UC Health is committed to an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population-appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/families regarding treatment, involving family/guardians in care.
• Identifies physical limitations and deploys interventions when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds to behavioral health problems.
• Interprets data and plans care accordingly, considering psychological and cultural needs.
• Performs treatments, administers medication, or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes signs of abuse or neglect and responds appropriately.
• Performs and reports routine and complex laboratory analyses using protocols and independent judgment.
• Coordinates testing steps for maximum productivity.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs laboratory equipment, including preventive maintenance and safety checks.
• Keeps informed of equipment issues and resolutions.
• Maintains currency through mandatory training, policy review, and continuing education.
• Performs and records quality control procedures, evaluates results, and implements corrective actions.
• Obtains blood specimens via venipuncture or skin puncture within scope and competency.
• Processes specimens for testing and transit, evaluates sample acceptability, and follows safety policies.