Medical Technologist I — Lab Diagnostics & Quality

Merit Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health Jackson seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision. The role ensures accurate results through quality control and maintenance of instruments, supporting patient care and data collection for regulatory compliance.

Teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed are also part of the responsibilities, with collaboration across the laboratory team to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Passing score on Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency exam approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently with timely reporting.
• Adheres to quality control procedures, analyzes data, and takes corrective actions as needed.
• Conducts instrument function checks and preventative maintenance per policies.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Troubleshooting instruments

Organizational skills

Laboratory information systems

Communication skills

Population-specific competencies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or CLS

CLT Proficiency exam (HHS/HEW) passing score

Job description

Merit Health Jackson seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision. The role ensures accurate results through quality control and maintenance of instruments, supporting patient care and data collection for regulatory compliance.

Teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed are also part of the responsibilities, with collaboration across the laboratory team to ensure smooth